PREMIER League football fans were allowed back last night for the first time in nine months.
The first were at West Ham’s 5.30pm kick-off against Manchester United.
Socially distanced West Ham supporters were the first Premier League fans to returnCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
Covid rules meant only 2,000 were allowed in the London Stadium as the city falls under the Government’s Tier 2 restrictions.
They had to wear masks and remain socially distanced.
On arrival, they had to have a temperature check, fill out a medical questionnaire and download the NHS app.
Later, another 2,000 fans were allowed to watch London side Chelsea at home to Leeds.
A young West Ham fan in a mask was able to watch his team in actionCredit: PA:Press Association
Speaking before his team’s 3-1 defeat, West Ham boss David Moyes said: “It’s been really strange not having fans — but I don’t know if it’ll be even stranger having only 2,000 in a 60,000-seater stadium.”
Any clubs in areas that get downgraded to Tier 1 will be allowed to let in 4,000 fans.
But all supporters are still banned in Tier 3 areas.
Chelsea fans were the first back to see their team record a winCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Some Chelsea fans brought a banner back to Stamford BridgeCredit: AFP
Olivier Giroud celebrated in front of fans after Chelsea’s first goalCredit: Getty – Pool
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