Chelsea's second game of Premier League season set to be moved to Friday night after Sky Sports request
The
London
rivals were due to meet in the Premier League on Saturday, August 23 with the Hammers hosting.
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Chelsea's second game of the season has been moved to a Friday night
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But according to the
That will come with the threat of fans spending longer in
pubs
with a later kick-off time.
But
police
in the capital believe they can handle the switch, which is set to be rubber-stamped following the expected backing of other stakeholders.
The reschedule does need the green light from the Safety Advisory Group, which is made up of officials from clubs, the local council and emergency services.
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And backing from the Met means the agreement should be a formality.
Both
Sky
declined to comment to the Mail.
A Met Police spokesperson said: "The Met works closely with partners and clubs to ensure the safety and security of those attending
football
matches in
London
, and those in the wider community.
"We want everyone to come and enjoy themselves and will act decisively to deal with anyone intent on causing trouble."
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Chelsea open their Premier League campaign on August 17 against
Crystal Palace
at
Stamford Bridge
.
It will come off the back of the Club World Cup in America - having reached the Last 16.
West Ham open their campaign away at
Sunderland
on August 16.
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