Not sure about you, but for me the restarting of football seems a bit surreal.
I was quite shocked that Germany’s government gave the Bundesliga the green light to resume, with it set to kick off this weekend!
I say surprised, because despite infection and death rates lowering, they’re still at about 500 and 200 daily increases respectively.
On top of that, 10 German players have been tested positive for the virus.
But (and I’m not trying to stereotype) German ultra-
efficiency does lend itself to some comfort.
Germany’s government gave the Bundesliga the green light to resume
With nearly 3 million tests, they are one of the highest per capita in the world and, in conjunction with an observing public, have managed to “flatten the curve” and bring some level of control in speedy time.
Ongoing daily testing of players will ensure that 14-day isolation periods will be null and void.
It does still feel risky to me. With up to 200 staff
members needed at every game, it’s a huge logistical operation.
But, it appears they know what they are doing.
Neighbours France and Holland cancelled their leagues a couple of weeks ago which seemed to have set the ball rolling for the voiding of top-level European football, but Germany’s resurrection will give heart to the Premier League in England, which is determined to restart.
Do I have faith in UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson? Hell no! Given the misjudgements so far, I fear for the successful conclusion of the season.
I’m personally not a big fan of the Bundesliga, barring Bayern, Leipzig and Dortmund in European competitions, I don’t really pay a lot of
attention.
Of course I’ll be tuned into a couple of games this weekend, just to see how it pans out!
I wonder if players and coaches have been directed to keep the swearing down, as we’re going to hear every word, which should be quite amusing!
If the Premier League do manage to pull it off, it’ll be quite a feat.
However, with some of the ideas floating around will it really be seen as legit?
Neutral venues, no fans, no relegations, less than 45
minutes per half, five substitutions
UNCONVINCING: UK's Prime Minister Boris Johnson
What else are they going to implement? No close-contact celebrating of goals, masks and gloves? One thing is for sure, they’re doing EVERYTHING possible to get it moving again and the government will be fully supportive.
They want some “normality”, something to help keep the masses entertained and indoors and another “industry” to start turning revenue.
As you’ll all know, my prediction on this has swayed from side to side as uncertainty prevails, but given the start of German top-flight football on the 15th, it’ll either support or help dismiss the Premier League’s plans.
More than likely good to go in June!
Ahhh, Liverpool fans will be wetting themselves.
Expect a torrent of boasting and banter again as the light is starting to shine at the end of the Anfield Road!
Good people, listen to the advice, stay safe, we’re going to beat it!