Chelsea fans are now being told they are unable to attend a memorial service for club icon Peter Bonetti this week, even though tickets were due to be given away for free, under the terms of government sanctions.
The former goalkeeper, nicknamed 'The Cat' for his quick reflexes and elegant style of playing, made 729 appearances for the Blues and enjoys legendary status at the club.
A memorial for Bonetti, who died in April 2020 at the age of 78, is arranged for 2pm on Friday at Stamford Bridge. As it stands the memorial will go ahead, and those who acquired tickets prior to the sanctions imposed against owner Roman Abramovich last week are still able to attend.