Coronavirus hits football which matches are off or behind closed doors
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the football world, with many matches being postponed, cancelled, or played behind closed doors. Here are some of the key developments:
Premier League:
- The Premier League has suspended all matches until April 3, 2020, at the earliest.
- The league has also announced that all matches will be played behind closed doors until further notice.
- The FA Cup quarterfinals, originally scheduled for March 20-21, have been postponed.
- The Premier League has also suspended its international break, which was scheduled for March 27-31.
English Football League (EFL):
- The EFL has suspended all matches until April 3, 2020, at the earliest.
- The EFL has also announced that all matches will be played behind closed doors until further notice.
- The League One and League Two playoffs, originally scheduled for April 18-25, have been postponed.
Champions League:
- The UEFA Champions League has suspended its quarterfinals, originally scheduled for April 7-15.
- The semifinals, originally scheduled for April 28-29, have also been postponed.
- The Champions League final, originally scheduled for May 30, has been postponed to August 23.
Europa League:
- The UEFA Europa League has suspended its quarterfinals, originally scheduled for April 8-16.
- The semifinals, originally scheduled for May 7-14, have also been postponed.
- The Europa League final, originally scheduled for May 27, has been postponed to August 26.
International matches:
- The UEFA Nations League has been suspended until further notice.
- The European Qualifiers for the 2022 World Cup have been suspended until further notice.
- The CONMEBOL World Cup qualifiers have been suspended until further notice.
Other leagues:
- La Liga (Spain): Suspended until April 12, 2020, at the earliest.
- Bundesliga (Germany): Suspended until April 3, 2020, at the earliest.
- Serie A (Italy): Suspended until April 3, 2020, at the earliest.
- Ligue 1 (France): Suspended until April 3, 2020, at the earliest.
Please note that these dates are subject to change, and the situation is constantly evolving. It's essential to check with the relevant governing bodies or teams for the latest updates on match schedules and COVID-19 protocols.