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German Bundesliga suspended over coronavirus: league

“Given the developments of today with new coronavirus infections and suspected cases directly linked to the Bundesliga and the 2nd division, the German Football League has decided at short notice to postpone today’s matches,” said the league in a statement.

Updated on: Mar 13, 2020, 21:20:20 IST
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The German football league on Friday halted first division Bundesliga games with immediate effect over the coronavirus pandemic, the first such suspension since World War II.

General view as the match kicks off behind closed doors. (REUTERS)
General view as the match kicks off behind closed doors. (REUTERS)

“Given the developments of today with new coronavirus infections and suspected cases directly linked to the Bundesliga and the 2nd division, the German Football League has decided at short notice to postpone today’s matches,” said the league in a statement.

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