Southgate Said, 'Hero' Is The Most Appropriate Word To Describe Medical Officers

JAKARTA - Gareth Southgate calls medical staff who are fighting the COVID-19 pandemic or the corona virus as 'heroes'. The England boss said this while talking about the pride he feels at hoping to postpone Euro 2020.

Earlier this week it was confirmed by UEFA that Euro 2020 was pushed back by one year due to the spread of the coronavirus. It's not just EURO, this outbreak is messing up all sports calendars.

It is hoped that this postponement will ensure when the domestic season and the continental cup competitions will be continued and completed. Previously, considerations to finish the season hit Euro's early schedule.

England were supposed to have friendlies against Italy and Denmark this month, but this was also canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. In writing a letter about postponing Euro 2020 to British fans, Southgate paid tribute to those working to fight the coronavirus.

"For everyone in our country, the main focus now - and the months to come - is undoubtedly on looking after our families, supporting our communities and working together to go through the most extreme tests we collectively face in this decade," said Southgate. , as uploaded on Twitter for the England national team.

On behalf of all the team and staff, I would like to take this opportunity to send sympathy to those who have lost loved ones. Our thoughts are with you. "

He added: "We'll be playing next week and representing you all this summer, but now is definitely not the time for us to take the main stage.

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"The heroes are men and women who continue to work tirelessly in hospitals and medical centers to look after our friends and family. They will not receive individual praise, but we all know their importance goes beyond what we do on the ground.

"When we play again as an England team it will be a time when not only our country but the rest of the world is also on the road to recovery. Hopefully we will be closer to each other than ever, and be ready for the wonderful interlude that football can bring. .

"To play in the European Championship next summer will still be possible for all of our squad and so we must not spend any more time thinking about postponing the competition.

"I feel confident that, when that moment comes, I will never be proud to be a leader."