Major League Soccer Withdraws FC Dallas from MLS Is Back Tournament
July 6, 2020 - Major League Soccer (MLS) - FC Dallas News Release
Frisco, TX - FC Dallas supports Major League Soccer's decision to withdraw the club from the MLS is Back Tournament after 10 FC Dallas players and one coach tested positive for COVID-19 while in Orlando.
"As we continue to focus on the well-being of our players, coaches and staff who are in isolation in Orlando, we understand it is not in their best interests to compete at this time," said FC Dallas Head Coach Luchi Gonzalez. "While we're disappointed, the health and safety of our traveling delegation as well as our league partners is our highest priority."
FC Dallas will cooperate with MLS and local health officials, both in Florida and Texas, on a plan that can safely bring the team back to Frisco in a way that minimizes risk of exposure to all parties involved and ensures their safety.
"We absolutely agree with the league's decision to withdraw FC Dallas from the MLS is Back Tournament out of safety concerns for our players and staff," said FC Dallas President Dan Hunt. "We're looking forward to resuming the 2020 season once the entire club is healthy and in position to play competitive matches at the highest level."
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