After it was reported that the match between the LAFC and LA Cruz Azul Machine tonight is postponed due to the precautionary measures adopted before the Coronavirus In the United States, stopping the MLS season for the next 30 days, Concacaf has just announced the immediate suspension of the Champions League endorsing the decision of the MLS.
Atlanta United, NY City and the Montreal Impact they would not be available to receive or travel abroad to pay for their return matches in the competition.
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The organization of the Concacaf Champions League has already issued an official statement regarding the position of the United States league and the parties would have to be rescheduled by mid-May if a contingency against Coronavirus is achieved.
For Concacaf, the well-being of all those related to our matches and competitions is of utmost importance. We have been closely monitoring the public health situation as it has evolved in the United States and throughout the region.
Considering last night’s developments, including new guidelines issued by countries, cities and states, we have decided to suspend the Scotiabank Concacaf Champions League with immediate effect.
We will continue to discuss other upcoming Concacaf competitions and will issue a new public statement in due course.
