UEFA has released another statement this evening regarding European Football amid the coronavirus pandemic, and in particular domestic leagues and club competitions across the continent.
They have said they are making a "commitment to complete all domestic and European club competitions by the end of the current sporting season, i.e. 30 June 2020 at the latest, should the situation improve and resuming playing be appropriate and prudent enough."
The statement also said that there may be "possible limitations or drops of current exclusive calendar slots, potentially resulting in the scheduling of domestic league matches in mid-week and scheduling of UEFA club competitions matches on weekends.
It then went on to discuss the "Possible adaptations of the 2020/21 UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League qualifying rounds in case of late completion of the 2019/20 sporting season, i.e. after 30 June 2020."
A working group composed of representatives from UEFA, leagues and clubs has been established with immediate effect to examine relevant calendar matters and devise solutions allowing for the resumption and/or conclusion of the current season in a coherent manner.
A second working group composed of representatives from UEFA, leagues, clubs and players will be set-up at a later stage to assess the economic, financial and regulatory impact of the COVID-19 outbreak and propose measures to help mitigate the consequences of the pandemic.
The statement also stated that the parties involved are
"Convinced that this contingency plan is the best course of action at this moment in time.
It takes into consideration the advice of international health experts as well as the restrictive orders issued by national governments and local authorities.
It also allows for flexibility, as events warrant, with the hope of resuming play in front of football fans everywhere."
Earlier today, Euro 2020 was officially postponed to 2021 due to the ongoing spread of coronavirus after the UEFA Executive Committee met via vide conference.
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