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Brazilian FA sets up Sh2 billion COVID-19 relief fund for clubs

he Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) headquarters is pictured in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, November 28, 2016. REUTERS/Sergio Moraes

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has set up a R$100 million (16.32 million pounds) relief fund to help top-flight clubs mitigate the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Clubs in Brazil's second tier have been allocated R$15 million, the governing body added in a statement.

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