Manchester United handed another strange kick-off time as Premier League release statement
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United face another strange kick-off time when they travel to Leicester City for the Premier League encounter in March.
This weekend, the Reds will travel to Fulham's Craven Cottage for a 7pm kick-off in the Premier League. Such a start time is often used sparingly by the top flight due to it being unsociable for supporters.
However, the Premier League's hand was marginally forced when TNT Sports picked this match for television coverage. Normally, TNT's matches are played on Saturday lunchtime but this was not available for United as they played Rangers in the Europa League on Thursday.
Lunchtime on Sunday was also considered too soon after the European match and the 2pm and 4:30pm kick-offs were off the table as these were reserved for Sky Sports' Super Sunday coverage.
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