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PFL postpones new season due to Covid-19
The opening of the Philippines Football League's 2020 season has been rescheduled to April 18 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
This decision was made by the PFL and Philippine Football Federation in accordance with President Duterte's directives regarding the community quarantine in the National Capital Region and the prohibition of mass gatherings.
The primary concern for the league and federation is the safety, health, and welfare of all individuals involved in the matches.
The league's fourth season was originally slated to begin on March 21 with six participating teams.
Defending champion Ceres-Negros, Kaya-Iloilo, Stallion-Laguna, Mendiola FC 1991, Global, and the Azkals Developmental Team were expected to compete.
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