That's after the Daily Mail reported the Premier League has given Luton 'special dispensation' to begin the new season without under undersoil heating. Undersoil heating is required on all playing surfaces per Premier League rule K.22, helping to prevent freezing during the cold winter months. Luton are in talks with the Premier League to ensure they have mitigation in place for the icier climates. Is Kenilworth the worst stadium to have hosted Premier League matches to date? English Football League rules concerning pitch maintenance are more flexible than the Premier League.

Source: Express July 29, 2023 03:31 UTC