'Life hasn’t been the same without it' – English football fans return to stadiums

Up to 2,000 socially-distanced, mask-wearing supporters could attend in certain parts of England

Football welcomed back supporters on Wednesday night. Picture: Andrew Matthews/PA

Supporters spoke of their delight as English football took its first steps towards the return of crowds on Wednesday.

With national lockdown having ended and the country returning to regional restrictions to limit the spread of coronavirus, six English Football League clubs were able to open their turnstiles to a limited number of fans.