La Liga fixtures to be played behind closed doors for next two weeks

However, it’s not just La Liga and Segunda matches but even third and fourth division football matches with the country taking the decision to stem the growth of the coronavirus. Reports indicate that the Council of Ministry met with the Department of health and the La Liga are working with UEFA to try and postpone the Euros should a round of fixtures get cancelled.

A statement from the La Liga went on to reveal that the games will be played behind closed doors starting from today and it will continue for two weeks. It also added that the league and the Ministry of Health will be in contact with the RFEF looking to prioritize the health and safety of the fans, players and various other employees.

“Putting the health of the fans, players, club employees and journalists first concerning the health crisis of COVID-19. Since a few weeks a go, La Liga has worked on alternative plans to co-ordinate with Uefa in the event that the health authorities postpone any games, putting in place a schedule to play rearranged matches.”