Are la liga players immune to coronavirus carvajal slams decision not to suspend top flight
No, La Liga players are not immune to coronavirus. The COVID-19 pandemic is a global health crisis that affects people of all ages, professions, and nationalities, including professional athletes.
In fact, several La Liga players have tested positive for COVID-19, including:
- Real Madrid's Sergio Reguilón and Rodrygo Goes
- Barcelona's Ansu Fati and Clement Lenglet
- Atlético Madrid's João Félix and Kieran Trippier
- Valencia's José Gayà and Kang-in Lee
On March 12, 2020, La Liga announced that it would suspend all matches until further notice due to the pandemic. This decision was made in consultation with the Spanish government and health authorities.
However, on June 11, 2020, La Liga announced that it would resume matches on June 13, 2020, behind closed doors, with strict health and safety protocols in place.
Dani Carvajal, a Spanish professional footballer who plays for Real Madrid, has indeed expressed his disappointment and frustration with the decision not to suspend the top flight. In an interview with Spanish newspaper AS, Carvajal said:
"I don't understand why we're playing. I think it's a mistake. We're not going to be able to stop the virus by playing football. We're putting people's lives at risk."
Carvajal's comments were echoed by other La Liga players, who have expressed concerns about the safety of playing during the pandemic. However, the Spanish government and health authorities have deemed it safe to resume professional sports, including La Liga, with strict health and safety protocols in place.
It's worth noting that the decision to resume La Liga matches was made after a thorough risk assessment and consultation with health experts. The Spanish government has also implemented measures to reduce the risk of transmission, such as:
- Limiting the number of people allowed in stadiums
- Implementing social distancing measures
- Requiring players and staff to wear masks and gloves
- Conducting regular COVID-19 tests on players and staff
While the risk of transmission is still present, the measures in place aim to minimize the risk and ensure the safety of all involved.