The International Champions Cup friendly football tournament that has brought European powerhouse clubs to the US and Asia in recent years, won’t be played this year because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Danny Sillman, chief executive of organizers Relevent Sports Group, said uncertainty surrounding restrictions that have shut down global sport make it “unfeasible” to plan a tournament in 2020.
“The health and safety of players, staff, fans, and all who are involved in our matches is always paramount,” Sillman said.
“The lack of clarity of when social distancing and shelter-in-place restrictions will be lifted and the uncertain international football calendar with the potential for European domestic leagues and Uefa tournaments being played into August means planning a Men’s International Champions Cup this summer is unfeasible.”
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