Fans banned from barcelona v napoli champions league tie over coronavirus

Yes, it's true. Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, UEFA has banned fans from attending the Champions League match between Barcelona and Napoli at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona, Spain.

The match is scheduled to take place on August 8, 2020, and UEFA has made the decision to play the game behind closed doors, meaning that there will be no spectators present at the stadium. This decision was made in consultation with local authorities and is intended to help prevent the spread of the virus.

This is not the first time that UEFA has taken this measure. Several Champions League matches have already been played behind closed doors this season, including the quarterfinals and semifinals, due to the pandemic.

It's worth noting that the decision to ban fans from attending the match is not unique to this particular game. Many sports events around the world have been played behind closed doors or have had their attendance limited in an effort to slow the spread of the virus.

It's a shame for the fans of both teams, as the Champions League is one of the most popular and highly anticipated competitions in the world. However, the safety of the players, staff, and spectators is the top priority, and this decision is intended to help prevent the spread of the virus.