The FAI has released a Safer Return to Football policy document, which outlines plans for the proposed aspirational and gradual return of the SSE Airtricity League.
As part of the proposals, Bohemians are due to compete in a four-team tournament behind closed doors alongside the three other clubs who have qualified for Europe – Dundalk, Derry City and Shamrock Rovers – in late July or early August.
It is hoped this will act as a pilot scheme for a full return to SSE Airtricity League, while also fhelping preparations for European football.
The road back to football will obviously present great challenges and is likely to be a drawn out process.
FAI Medical Director Dr Alan Byrne summed it up: “The only certainty around a return to football during this COVID-19 pandemic is the uncertainty.”
The patience of all clubs, players, supporters and all other stakeholders will continue to be tested but we will further update fans when we are in a position to do so.
In the meantime, you can read the FAI statement in full here.
