UEFA held a meeting with representatives of the host countries of Euro 2020

UEFA met with representatives of 12 football associations of the countries that will host the 2020 European Championship.

According message of the official site UEFA, the purpose of the meeting was to discuss operational issues related to the tournament, which is to take place this summer.

UEFA has confirmed its intention to hold the European Championship in 12 cities according to the already published schedule. All parties are aware of the need for flexibility to take into account the various problems and circumstances in which these cities find themselves.

Due to the changing situation around the coronavirus pandemic, the deadline for submitting fan placement plans at UEFA stadiums has been postponed to early April.

UEFA President Alexander Cheferin said: “UEFA intends to hold Euro 2020 in the previously planned 12 cities. The European Championship is a flagship football tournament for national teams on the continent and a vital source of funding for grassroots football and the further development of the game.

I am optimistic that as we get closer to the tournament, the virus situation is likely to change dramatically, and it is important that we give the host cities and governments as much time as possible to outline what might await us. in June and July.

Fans are a huge part of what makes football special, and that's true for both the Euro and any match. We must make every effort so that they can return to the stadiums. "

It will be recalled that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Euro 2020 was postponed by UEFA decision. It is scheduled to take place this summer, from June 11 to July 11.

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