Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he will "understand" if the season is cut short because of coronavirus.

The disease has had an impact on sporting events across the world with United's Europa League last-16 first leg at LASK among those affected.

The Austrian government has limited those who can attend Thursday's game to 500 people.

"It's up to the experts to decide," Solskjaer said.

"I would understand yes, under the circumstances [if the season was to be cut short].

"The main concern must be the health of the general public and the decision that will be made we'll back."

A number of European club competition fixtures will be played behind closed doors this week, while the Europa League fixtures between Sevilla and Roma, and Inter Milan and Getafe, have been postponed.

"Of course, these are difficult circumstances - not just for football, but in the whole society," Solskjaer added.

"For us, we just have to do what we're told and get on with the game if the authorities think that's what we should do. We are going to have to create our own atmosphere within the team, within the game.

"They are used to training with no spectators anyway and we do have some behind-closed-doors friendlies at times.

"I am in no doubt that my players are focused and ready to perform, even if there are no spectators there."

United released a statement on Wednesday saying that once they return to Old Trafford "all home matches are currently scheduled to go ahead as planned".

Solskjaer also added that none of his players had been tested for coronavirus and he was unaware of any plans to play the second leg against LASK behind closed doors in Manchester.

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The disease wants to end soccer.

lol. in his bloody dreams.

worse come to worst, it shall be completed behind closed doors like PSG Dortmund yesterday as Liverpool needs only 3 wins to wrap EPL up this season.


he should dream on. and BTW, I didn't bother reading the whole story.

i will understand too. na health and safety be d koko. football go continue any other time

Me too

Fair enough

21cents:
lol. in his bloody dreams.

worse come to worst, it shall be completed behind closed doors like PSG Dortmund yesterday as Liverpool needs only 3 wins to wrap EPL up this season.


he should dream on. and BTW, I didn't bother reading the whole story.

na u be the league chairman abi?
Una sabi type rubbish for dis forum sha. people wey dey run d league day in, day out dey talk, 21cents sef dey give him opinion from upper iweka or ogbomosho

It's really challenging to play without spectators No fans to cheer, no body to impress except the will to win and dominate. Can this affect individual and club performances? How will revenue from empty stadia meet the high sponsorship of sports?? These are trying times indeed.

Of course

Am sure you are happy....

Just wait and end up in 5th possible cos the season will continue

Just wait and end up in 5th possible cos the season will continue

Yes u should understand

cos over 50 thousand people getting the virus in the stadium within 90 minutes of shouting & singing & hugging .... is not a joke

Ok

Buhari no wan travel again?

Anti Liverpool! Abeg, allow Liverpool carry EPL oooo...dem don lose other things...that's the only hope for this season...they need it badly.

21cents:
lol. in his bloody dreams.

worse come to worst, it shall be completed behind closed doors like PSG Dortmund yesterday as Liverpool needs only 3 wins to wrap EPL up this season.


he should dream on. and BTW, I didn't bother reading the whole story.

two actually.

C Wetin China don cost the world now chaii

.. Just like loserfool fan understands ATM better now

Edu3Again:
Buhari no wan travel again?

I done dey think am too o

This corona virus thing is actually becoming a serious thing but we're seeming to be insensitive. In my opinion, I think all football activities should be suspended for now. It wouldn't be surprising if the next victim to be announced is a world known person. This is when we will understand.

The damages this virus will cause is better not imagined.

I only pray for a cure, soon!!!

Inconclusive
We understand in Nigeria
Liverpool ha makate?

Hope this isn't coming as an excuse to vindicate man. United's inability to stay long in the top4.....

The epl should be cancelled indefinitely... They should start afresh when COVID-19 is over....


Anything for liverpool not to win the league.

Ok

You will understand wetin?

This guyman no wan make liverpool carry the cup.

Unfortunately, liverpool is the undisputed champion already.

25 points gap lead at the top no be moi moi na.

Solkjear abeg carry your bad belle go sit on shît.

Idîot.

Ok