MLS players can begin individual workouts at team training fields from May 6, provided they comply with comprehensive safety protocols set out by medical and infectious disease experts, the league has confirmed.
Only two rounds of matches were played in MLS before it was suspended on March 12 as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
It was hoped originally that action could resume by May 10 but last month MLS said it may have to play a shortened scheduled.
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While it remains unclear when play will begin again, MLS released a statement on Friday confirming a step forward in a return to training, with all workouts on a voluntary basis.