Premier League makes decision that affects Watford's Super Eagles stars

The Premier League has announced via its official website that this evening's clash between Burnley and Watford has been postponed, BSNSports.com.ng gathered. The decision was taken following guidance from medical advisers due to an ongoing COVID-19 outbreak within Watford's squad and as a result the Hornets have insufficient number of first team players available for selection. The decision was taken following guidance from medical advisers due to an ongoing COVID-19 outbreak within Watford’s squad. As a result, the club has an insufficient number of First Team players available to fulfil the match. The Premier League understands this decision will disappoint and frustrate fans who were due to attend this evening’s game and apologises for the inconvenience and disruption caused at such short notice. In considering any application to postpone, the Board considers a range of sporting and medical factors. Each decision is taken on a case-by-case basis with everyone’s health of utmost importance. In light of the recent rise in COVID-19 cases across the country, the Premier League has reintroduced Emergency Measures. These include protocols such as more frequent testing, wearing face coverings while indoors, observing social distancing and limiting treatment time. However, Two Nigeria internationals in the shape of William Troost-Ekong and Emmanuel Dennis had been in contention to be named in Watford's matchday squad before the game was called off. It is unclear at this point if the Super Eagles duo are among the Hornets players who have tested positive for Covid-19. Dennis has been in the form of his life since Claudio Ranieri's appointment as coach, with a goal involvement of nine (5 goals, 4 assists) in his last eight matches in the Premier League. Watford are currently sitting 17th in the table with thirteen points accumulated from sixteen games.