ITV Revamps Schedule, Cancels Tonight’s Coronation Street and Emmerdale
ITV has removed the usual Friday episodes of Coronation Street and Emmerdale tonight. The decision comes as England meet Uruguay in a friendly at Wembley.
What changed in the schedule
Broadcast coverage begins at 7pm ahead of a 7.45pm kick-off. Both soaps normally air for 30 minutes during ITV’s weeknight soap hour.
Filmogaz.com understands the move is part of ITV Revamps Schedule for the evening. The channel has opted for live football instead.
Why viewers missed their soaps
The England fixture serves as warm-up for World Cup 2026. England have beaten Uruguay only once in their last six meetings.
ITV’s extended football coverage therefore Cancels Tonight’s Coronation Street and Emmerdale slots. Fans were informed the episodes would not show in their usual times.
Fan reaction
Some viewers expressed frustration on social media. Others suggested alternative channels or streaming options.
This is not the first recent interruption. Earlier in March, on the 6th, sports programming also displaced the soaps.
How ITV is compensating viewers
To keep weekly episode counts intact, ITV has scheduled extra instalments on Sunday, March 29. Both shows will air two episodes on that date.
Coronation Street is set to return at 7pm. Emmerdale follows at 7.30pm on ITV1.
Current storylines affected
Coronation Street viewers have been following the Mal Roper plot. Mal, played by Tim Treloar, recently experienced a dramatic flashback.
Emmerdale’s major arc sees Kim Tate, portrayed by Claire King, leave Home Farm to Lydia Dingle, played by Karen Blick. Joe Tate, played by Ned Porteous, is unhappy about his possible loss.
What to expect next
Fans will get their five weekly episodes after the reschedule. ITV’s football decision reshapes the usual viewing order.
Filmogaz.com will monitor any further changes to the soap timetable and report updates as they arrive.
