The Middle East got talent. Uri looks at five players who must shine after the coronavirus break in order to save their careers and reputations.
Time To Rise: 5 Middle Eastern Footballers who must shine after COVID-19
Coronavirus Times: First Positive Saudi Player
Reports in Saudi Arabia have confirmed that a first Saudi footballer has been found positive for COVID-19. This case is one of the first published cases of a footballer that has been infected by the virus across the region. Let’s hope it will be the last.
Coronavirus Times: Derbies in Brazil and Bahrain
As the coronavirus pandemic increasingly shuts down leagues across the globe, football matches seem to be a rare commodity these days. In Brazil and Bahrain, two passionate derbies went ahead as planned, and restored some sense of normality.
Coronavirus Times: Stalemate in Turkey and Ukraine
While coronavirus led Europe to stop most football activities, there are still countries that try to keep playing, even without fans. In Turkey and Ukraine, teams are trying to get used to the new situation of the COVID-19 era.
Coronavirus is Everywhere: This Week in Middle Eastern Football
The Coronavirus has struck hard on world football in the past week, and the Middle East is no different. A full list of the region’s countries and the impact COVID-19 has on them.