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Coronavirus: English Premier league Bans Handshakes Between Players and match officials



The English Premier league has banned players and match officials from shaking hands until further notice in measures aimed at curbing the spread of coronavirus.


The premier league adopted the measures based on medical advice following the escalation of coronavirus infections in England.

A Statement from the premier league said: the premier league fair-play handshake will not take place between  players and match officials from this weekend until further notice based on medical advice.

Fixtures lists and kick-off times remain unaffected as it stands and there are currently no plans to stop fans from attending matches .


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