Wolves players told to avoid selfies with fans and shaking hands to curb risk of coronavirus

According to a report by the BBC, the players of the English football club Wolverhampton Wanderers (Wolves) have been instructed to avoid taking selfies with fans and shaking hands with them to minimize the risk of contracting the coronavirus.

The club's medical team has implemented these measures as part of a comprehensive plan to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission among players, staff, and fans. The measures are aimed at preventing the spread of the virus, particularly in high-risk areas such as the dressing room, tunnel, and dugout.

The club has also implemented other safety protocols, including:

  1. Increased cleaning and disinfection of all areas, including the dressing room, tunnel, and dugout.
  2. Mandatory use of hand sanitizer by players, staff, and officials.
  3. Social distancing measures, such as maintaining a safe distance from others and avoiding close contact.
  4. Limiting the number of people in the dressing room and tunnel.
  5. Encouraging players to wear masks when not on the pitch.

The club's medical team is working closely with the Premier League and local health authorities to ensure that all necessary measures are in place to protect the health and well-being of everyone involved in the club.

It's worth noting that the Premier League has also implemented various measures to reduce the risk of COVID-19 transmission, including:

  1. Temperature checks for all players, staff, and officials before matches.
  2. Mandatory testing for players and staff who show symptoms of COVID-19.
  3. Social distancing measures, such as reducing the number of people in the dugout and limiting the number of fans in the stadium.
  4. Increased cleaning and disinfection of all areas, including the stadium and training facilities.

The Premier League has also established a COVID-19 protocols group, which includes representatives from all 20 clubs, to ensure that all clubs are following the same guidelines and protocols to minimize the risk of COVID-19 transmission.