Every shirt worn by players will bear a ‘Thank You’ message for key workers in their team’s respective language in the Champions League and Europa League, UEFA has announced.
European football’s club tournaments were halted in March due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic but are preparing to return to action.
Just under three million people have tested positive for COVID-19 across Europe, with health services across the globe continuing to fight the virus.
This week, both the Champions League and Europa League campaigns will resume, with the remaining last-16 ties to be completed.
In addition to the messages on kits, UEFA has revealed dedicated television ‘spots’ will be broadcast during matches, allowing players to express their own thanks in person.
A minute’s silence will also be observed prior to kick-off in the last-16 matches in the Champions League, Europa League and UEFA Youth League, as well as the quarter-finals of the Women’s…
Source: Vanguard Newspaper
