Liverpool crowdsLiverpool were crowned Premier League champions for the first time last Thursday as Manchester City lost 2-1 at Chelsea. Asked if the Premier League should take responsibility given the perceived inevitability of celebrations, Masters said: "What happened that night is regrettable. Black Lives Matter protestsSince the Premier League restarted, players and officials have taken a knee at the start of matches in support of the Black Lives Matter movement. Pressed on the kinds of campaigns the Premier League would support in future, he said: "Politics - no. Return of fansSince the restart, Premier League matches have been played in empty stadiums, and Masters said the return of fans is "vital" for the Premier League and "critical" in the English Football League.

Source: BBC June 30, 2020 14:26 UTC