NEW YORK – Major League Soccer has suspended match play for 30 days amid the coronavirus crisis, the league announced Thursday in a news release.

The league said it will continue to assess the impact of COVID-19 with its medical task force and public health officials.

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“Our clubs were united today in the decision to temporarily suspend our season -- based on the advice and guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Public Health Agency of Canada, and other public health authorities, and in the best interest of our fans, players, officials and employees,” MLS Commissioner Don Garber said in a statement. “We’d like to thank our fans for their continued support during this challenging time.”

The announcement comes after the Inter Miami CF home debut had been scheduled for this Saturday.

“At the appropriate time, Inter Miami and Major League Soccer will communicate plans for the continuation of the 2020 season and update the status of league and Club events,” Inter Miami said in a news release. “The Club will communicate with ticket holders regarding rescheduled dates.”

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