EFL Chief Executive Shaun Harvey believes that lessons can be learned from the Derby vs Cardiff game postponement.

There has been a lot of debate around Derby's decision to cancel their home match against Cardiff on the 18th March.

The Bluebirds weren't happy with the decision because of the additional travel that it adds to their packed schedule as well as the fact that it was the only game cancelled in the Championship.

However, the EFL supported the decision, but they believed that the situation could have been handled better and the Chief Executive has expanded on that with how they plan to tackle this issue and what improvements can be made.

Here are the key parts of what Harvey had to say: "As a result of this week’s events a number of important lessons have been learned and we will be working on some revised advice and guidance that will be issued to all 72 clubs."

"Whilst the EFL maintains the correct decision was ultimately taken by Derby County, it is important to note that in their submission, Cardiff City FC raised some exceptionally valid points that, quite rightly, will form part of our overall review."

"We will be putting the issue of match postponements on the agenda for our next Supporter Engagement Meeting that will take place before the end of the season in order to directly address these issues."

The Verdict

It's unusual for England to have such hazardous weather especially so late in the year. Therefore, this is definitely something that the clubs and the EFL can learn from.

Harvey ensured that he stayed neutral in this debate by citing how both sides were in the right in specific areas for this issue.

His comments show that the EFL is willing to learn from this and is keen to ensure that the supporters have a say, which is the most that they can do after the event, so they have responded in the right way.