No festive cheers on December 29 as Peterborough-Charlton match is postponed due to Covid-19 case

Charlton Athletic’s match at Peterborough United on December 29 is off – due to their opponents having a positive Covid-19 test.

It is the second game in quick succession to fall through with the Addicks also seeing their home League One fixture against Bristol Rovers on Tuesday also postponed.

A statement from the EFL said: “Peterborough United’s next three Sky Bet League One fixtures against Ipswich Town (Saturday 19 December), Gillingham (Saturday 26 December) and Charlton Athletic (Tuesday 29 December) have been suspended.

“The club informed the EFL that they would be unable to fulfil the fixtures following a recent positive Covid-19 test and the requirement for players and staff to self-isolate for 10 days as per EFL and government guidance in order to mitigate against the risk of further infection.

“The circumstances surrounding the postponements will now be the subject of an investigation in accordance with EFL regulations.

“Revised dates for the rearranged fixtures will be confirmed in due course.”