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Soccer News of Sunday, 15 March 2020

Source: www.mynigeria.com

Ronaldo, Messi tell the world what to do over coronavirus

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Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi have shared a message advising people on what to do to battle the Coronavirus pandemic.

Ronaldo who was reported to have been placed in quarantine after his Juventus teammate tested positive to coronavirus shared solidarity with all those battling the deadly virus.

He also called for the protection of human life which he says should be above any other interest.

Sharing on social media, Ronaldo advised the public to follow the guidelines given by health authorities to help keep themselves safe.

He shared: "The world is going through a very difficult moment which demands the utmost care and attention from all of us.

"I speak to you today not as a football player, but as a son, father, a human being concerned with the latest developments that is affecting the whole world.

"It is important we all follow the advice of WHO (World Health Organization) and the governing bodies on how we handle this current situation. Protecting human life must come above any other interests.

"I would like to send my thoughts to everyone who has lost someone close to them, my solidarity to those who are fighting the virus, like my teammate Daniele Rugani, and my continued support to the amazing health professionals putting their own lives at risk to save others.

Toeing the same path, Messi who also shared on social media advised adherence to the guidelines given by health authorities.

He also advised people to use the opportunity to stay at home and spend time with their family

Messi said: “These are hard days for everyone globally. We are upset about the Coronavirus, and we want to help, putting ourselves in the position of those who are suffering the most, either because they are affected directly or their family or friends, or because they are working on the front line in the fight in hospitals and health centers and I want to send them all my support. Health has to come first.

“We have to follow all the recommendations from the health and public authorities. That is the only way that we can fight it effectively.

“It’s time to be responsible and stay at home. Furthermore, it is a great chance to spend time with your loved ones, the time you do not always have.

“My best to everyone, and let us hope we can turn this situation around, the quicker, the better.”