To look at this from a purely footballing perspective, this potentially works in our favour? More likely to have a fit LB and DM by the time the game gets played.
On the other hand, Burnley will have had more time to adjust to all the changes in personnel etc. and become fully comfortable with Kompany's style of play.
Late October is the next available mid week to fit these matches in for the championship, unless they try to fit them in during the international break.
Lunacy. What's wrong with black armbands and 2 minutes silence / applause? Thousands of people will have already booked travel tickets, accommodation etc. Sorry, RIP yes, but I disagree with these drastic measures.