The League Cup ultimate between Manchester United and Newcastle United on Feb. 26 could have protected standing areas, marking the primary time in 35 years that some followers can stand at a home ultimate, the English Soccer League (EFL) stated on Thursday.’
Wembley Stadium, which seats 90,000 spectators, could have standing areas behind every aim, with 867 seats out there to each golf equipment’ followers within the East and West Stands.
Grounds in England’s high divisions had been transformed to all-seater stadiums practically 30 years in the past after Liverpool supporters had been crushed in over-crowded and fenced-in areas on the Hillsborough Stadium in 1989, which led to 97 deaths.
“In these areas, followers are allowed to face for matches in allotted areas behind a barrier or a rail which prevents them from falling ahead,” the EFL stated in an announcement.
“In all different areas of the stadium supporters should stay seated.”
The choice follows a trial the place golf equipment like Cardiff Metropolis, Chelsea, Manchester Metropolis, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur provided licensed standing in designated seated areas for house and away followers.
The UK authorities stated in July final yr that extra British soccer golf equipment had been to undertake protected standing areas inside their stadiums.