Belarus has attracted the world’s attention after they reportedly did not cancel any of the local Premier Soccer League matches due to the coronavirus outbreak that has led to the suspension of most games across the world, BBC reports.
According to BBC:
On Saturday, there were six top-flight games in the eastern European country including the derby between FC Minsk and Dinamo Minsk watched by a capacity 3,000 crowd in Belarus’ capital.
Belarus Football Federation spokesman Aleksandr Aleinik spoke to the publication and reiterated that precautions were being taken before, during and after the game:
We’ve taken all the measures recommended by the Sports Ministry. All those who are in contact with fans are supplied with gloves
Meanwhile, Juventus players in Italy have agreed to take a pay cut to help their team manage the wage bill which has been affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
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