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EFL confirms players will not be released for internationals in ‘red list’ countries

The English Football League have announced that international players for ‘red list’ nations will not be allowed to play in the upcoming international break.

The United Kingdom government have compiled a ‘red list’ of countries as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The list is mostly comprised of countries in South and Central America, Africa, and Asia.

Anyone who enters the UK from a ‘red list’ country must complete ten days of quarantine.

This would have an impact on the football season, as many would be ineligible to play in the games after the break.