Let the show begin

The good news for the moment is games begin this weekend.

Some six weeks after the end of the last season, the new season is here. It seems too soon. It is too soon because these are not normal times. But the way clubs have been going about their business in the transfer market and their preparations, it sometimes like there is little amiss. Of course, the fans will not be at the games although plans are set to have them in reduced numbers from next month. One of the joys of watching Premier League games on television is the full stadiums with raucous fans baying for blood. With social distancing, the same atmosphere as other times will not be created for a long time and if the ongoing situation worsens, fans may not be allowed in as planned. Then there is even the possibility of the league having to be brought to a screeching halt.