Philadelphia Eagles' Carson Wentz, left, is tackled by Los Angeles Rams' Obo Okoronkwo during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, in Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia Eagles' Carson Wentz, left, is tackled by Los Angeles Rams' Obo Okoronkwo during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 20, 2020, in Philadelphia.
Laurence Kesterson / AP Photo
(Harrisburg) — The Philadelphia Eagles will be allowed to have a limited number of fans in the stands after the city relaxed some restrictions on crowd size.
As many as 7,500 people will be permitted into Lincoln Financial Field, city officials said Tuesday, a number that includes fans, players, referees and support staff workers. The Linc has a capacity of more than 69,000.
“If people are intending on going to the game, bring a mask and expect to be asked to wear it throughout the game,” said the city’s health commissioner, Dr. Thomas Farley.
The Eagles, who host the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, said ticket sales will begin Wednesday.
“We have been working very closely with state and local officials, public health experts, and the National Football League on a number of scenarios to safely bring Eagles fans back to Lincoln Financial Field,” team President Don Smolenski said in a news release. “After many thoughtful and active discussions, we are thrilled to announce that the fan experience will return to Lincoln Financial Field this Sunday.”
Under the city’s new rules, indoor venues may host events and gatherings at 10% capacity, up to 250 people. That will benefit larger venues, but for small theaters and other small venues, the new rule will mean fewer people are permitted. Outdoors, venues may host events and gatherings at 15% or 20% capacity, depending on their size, up to 7,500 people.
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