Amid the coronavirus pandemic, UEFA has officially announced the postponement of Euro 2020 until the summer of 2021, allowing European leagues to complete their seasons.
The Norwegian FA took to their social media accounts to confirm the news, revealing that the tournament, originally planned to be held in 12 European cities and scheduled to commence on June 12, is now rescheduled for June 11 to July 11, 2021.
“Uefa has decided that the Euros should be postponed until 2021. It will be played from 11 June to 11 July next year.”
UEFA har bestemt at EM utsettes til 2021. Det skal spilles fra 11. juni til 11. juli neste år. Mer informasjon kommer.
— NorgesFotballforbund (@nff_info) March 17, 2020
This decision came after UEFA held conference calls with its 55 member associations, the board of the European Club Association, and the board of the European Leagues.
The postponement provides an opportunity for the completion of European leagues that have been suspended.