Manchester United have been forced to move their game with Aston Villa at Villa Park to a Friday night due to a march by a far-right organisation.

West Midlands Police requested the match between United and Villa be moved to Friday August 14 because of an English Defence League march, which is due to take place in Birmingham on the Saturday.

The match, due to be broadcast by Sky Sports at 7.45pm, is likely to be the only Friday night game this season. From 2016-17, up to 10 Friday night matches will be broadcast under the new TV agreement.

A statement from the Premier League said: "A Saturday 5:30pm kick-off was initially suggested for this match and West Midlands Police confirmed that, under normal circumstances, that would be acceptable.

"However, due to a planned English Defence League march that will take place in the region on Saturday 15 August, and will require police resource, they requested that the Premier League consider avoiding scheduling the match on that date.

"Manchester United’s participation in the UEFA Champions League, and a potential European match the following Tuesday, means that a Sunday slot could not be scheduled with any certainty."

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BT will show the first game of the season - Manchester United v Tottenham - on August 8 with a 12.45pm kick-off.