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THERE’S NO NEED TO SHAKE ON IT NOW…

By Tom Blackett

RESPECT: West Brom and Newcastle players greet each other before their midweek FA Cup tie
PICTURE: PA Images

THE Fair Play handshake between players and officials before EFL matches has been suspended until further notice because of concerns over Coronavirus.
The EFL announced the move on Friday, ahead of the weekend programme. There have been more than 90,000 cases of the virus in 87 countries.
In a statement, the EFL said: “Whilst the Government guidance does remain unchanged, a decision has been taken on medical advice and as a precautionary measure.
“The E...

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