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Face masks and no hugging for returning Premier League fans

December 3, 2020 Arsenal players applaud their fans during the warm up before the match as a limited number of fans are allowed to attend stadiums following the outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) [REUTERS]

Fans will have to wear face masks when they return to Premier League grounds in small numbers at the weekend and avoid hugging each other when celebrating goals, clubs have been told.

The Premier League's protocol for the return of up to 2,000 fans to 10 of their 20 venues makes clear that even though sitting outdoors does not require a face mask in the UK, fans will have to cover up inside stadiums.

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