Al Duhail's players during a training session yesterday
Qatar Stars League (QSL) yesterday held a number of meetings with clubs to discuss the most important precautions and action plan for the second phase of general protocol adopted by the Ministry of Public Health, as part of preparations ahead of the completion of 2019-20 season QNB Stars League.
Executive Director of Competition and Football Development at the QSL Ahmed Khellil Abbassi held a meeting with coaches of Al Shahaniya, Al Sailiya, Umm Salal and Al Ahli clubs at the Kempinski Hotel in The Pearl, where they are staying. The second phase takes place from June 25 to July 23, and will see players and coaching staff take COVID-19 tests.
People who test positive for the virus will have to follow the Ministry of public Health’s measures. The meeting stressed on the importance of adhering to the precautionary measures that include wearing masks at all times except during training, and social distancing among other measures.
QFA announces tests schedule for second division sides
Qatar Football Association (QFA) has announced medical tests schedule for Second Division sides Al Kharaitiyat, Al Markhiya, Muaither, Mesaimeer and Al Shamal.
The COVID-19 tests will be carried out as part of the final preparations for the start of the third round matches set to commence on August 4, QFA said in a statement.
The medical tests of the players and officials will be held at Ali bin Hamad Al Attiyah Arena today and on Thursday.