Kick off time for Sheffield Derby being played on Remembrance Sunday set to change

The match will be moved by 30 minutes.

Bramall Lane
Author: Rebecca LomasPublished 26th Sep 2024

The first Sheffield Derby of the season is now set to be played at 12.30pm, rather then the kick off time of 12pm.

It's after concern around it being played on Remembrance Sunday.

A statement from Sheffield United said:

"The Sky Bet Championship fixture between Sheffield United and Sheffield Wednesday will now kick-off at 12:30pm on Sunday 10th November.

"Following a request by the League and both clubs, and further discussions with relevant authorities, including South Yorkshire Police, it has been agreed with all stakeholders that the fixture will be pushed back by 30 minutes, having initially been scheduled for 12 noon.

"The EFL, together with Sky Sports, understands that the people of Sheffield wish to mark their respects on Remembrance Sunday, and therefore the fixture has been moved to provide supporters an opportunity to attend both events, if so desired.

"As with previous matches scheduled on Remembrance Sunday over the years, time will be taken at Bramall Lane to give those in attendance the chance to pay their respects to servicemen and women affected by wars past and present, including a pre-match ceremony featuring a Bugler alongside the laying of wreaths by the two club captains."

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