The news we have been fearing has come through. It's lockdown for seven days from 8:00pm tonight.

Yes, lockdown #6, which means no football this weekend.

I'm sure we are all frustrated beyond imagination, so stay in touch with friends and family and make sure everyone is OK.

If you are finding all of this too much, or think you need help, please consult our website well-being pages here.

Be assured that our players will receive instructions to maintain their fitness levels so that they are ready as they can be when the flag goes up again.

We can hope for better news next week, but in the meantime, please observe the restrictions, as painful as they are.