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Official announcement: In order to support the efforts to combat the pneumonia caused by the novel coronavirus and to ensure the health of fans, media personnel, players, coaches, match officials, club staff, and those working at competition venues, the Chinese Football Association has decided, after consideration, to postpone the start of all football competitions at all levels across the country for the 2020 season, effective immediately. The Chinese Football Association will continue to maintain close communication with **authoritative agencies, and will decide on the dates for holding various competitions this season based on the actual development of the epidemic situation in different regions. Where necessary, reasonable adjustments will be made to the format, schedule, and scale of some of these competitions. Relevant information will be released in a timely manner through the official channels of the Chinese Football Association. On behalf of all football professionals across the country, the Chinese Football Association extends its deepest respect to all medical workers and staff who are currently fighting on the front lines of epidemic prevention and control!

Italian renowned TV commentator Stefano Cecchi, in an interview with a journalist from an Italian radio station, said that Ibra has been playing at an average level recently, but Milan is more focused because of him. Cheki said, “I don’t think Ibra has been performing very well lately; it seems like he isn’t quite in form yet, and his movements are a bit awkward. He also missed a clear scoring opportunity in the Coppa Italia match.” ” “But Ibra still made a difference; after he joined Milan, the team’s performance improved, and the players became more focused on the field, as Ibra helped to make all the players more responsible and more attentive. He had a very positive impact on Milan. ”

After announcing an agreement with Manchester United regarding the transfer of Bruno Fernandes, Sporting CP revealed the details of the deal; the total cost of this transfer is 80 million euros. The details are as follows. --Fixed transfer fee of 55 million euros – an additional 5 million euros if a certain number of appearances are achieved – another 5 million euros if Manchester United qualifies for the Champions League – an additional 15 million euros based on individual performance – Sporting CP receives 10% of the transfer fee if the player moves to another club.

At 3:45 a.m. on January 30th, Beijing time, the 18th round of replays in the 2019-20 Premier League season was played at Wembley Stadium, with Liverpool traveling to face West Ham United. In the first half, Salah scored with a penalty; in the second half, he provided an assist as Chamberlain increased the score. In the end, Liverpool defeated West Ham United 2-0 away, extending their unbeaten run in league matches to 41 games across seasons. In terms of the league table, Liverpool leads with a 19-point advantage.

At exactly 4 a.m. on January 30th, Beijing time, the Copa del Rey round of 16 match between Real Madrid and Zaragoza took place. In the first half, Kroos assisted Valverde and Vásquez to score goals respectively. In the second half, Ronaldo helped Vinicius widen the lead, while Carvajal assisted Benzema in securing the victory. In the end, Real Madrid defeated Zaragoza 4-0 to make it to the quarterfinals.

According to reports from various media outlets including the Oriental Sports Daily, Fan Zhiyi’s father, Mr. Fan Jiulin, has passed away at the age of 73. The media reported: “Last night, another important elder passed away in Shanghai – Fan Jiyi’s father, Mr. Fan Jiulin, died at the age of 73.” He made indelible contributions to Shanghai football; may the great master rest in peace. ” Fan Jiulin taught at the Shanghai Sports School for many years and also served as the head coach of Shenhua’s youth team; he trained players such as Shen Si, Sun Ji, Sun Xiang, Fan Yun, and Yao Lijun.

On the morning of the 30th, reporters learned from Wansongyuan Road Primary School in Jianghan District, Wuhan, that Hao Junmin donated 500,000 yuan to the Jianghan District Charity Association, with the note reading “Personal donation by Hao Junmin, a student from Wansongyuan Road, Jianghan District – Go, Wuhan!”. Wansongyuan Road Primary School in Jianghan District, Wuhan, is Hao Junmin’s alma mater. Recently, the COVID-19 Prevention and Control Command of Jianghan District issued a notice regarding the acceptance of donations from the public. Teachers, students, alumni of Wansongyuan Road Primary School, as well as representatives from various sectors of society, responded positively to this call. Upon learning of this, Hao Junmin transferred 500,000 yuan to the account designated by the Wuhan Jianghan District Charity Association, which is responsible for receiving such donations. In 1993, Hao Junmin, who was only 6 years old at the time, was selected for the football team of Wansongyuan Road Primary School in Wuhan. This year, due to the pneumonia outbreak, Hao Junmin did not return to his hometown of Wuhan to celebrate the Spring Festival.