Football fraternity urged to stand together in fighting Covid-19

The SA Masters and Legends Football Association (SAMLFA) has urged its members, footballers, supporters and the public to help kick the Covid-19 coronavirus by continuing to heed the government’s call to combat the spread of the pandemic.

SAMLFA president Jacob “Buddha” Mathathe pleaded with members to contribute towards the Solidarity Fund, which was established by President Cyril Ramaphosa as an effort to support South Africans whose lives have been disrupted by Covid-19 and to care for those in need of medical care as a result of the pandemic.

“We urge our members and the entire football fraternity to dig deep into their pockets to contribute to the fund. Whatever contribution [you make] will go a long way in helping to combat the spread of the virus,” said Mathathe.

He said sportspeople, particularly those in the football fraternity, had a big role to play in sending positive messages to their communities.

“We must lead by example and observe and comply with all the regulations. As sportspeople, we should be the ambassadors in our communities and lead the way.”

The association believes that the responsibility lies with every citizen to comply with the regulations of the national lockdown.

“Our health comes first. This is the time for us to stick together and tackle, mainly by maintaining social distance, and prevent the virus from spreading. We love football, but our health comes first.”

The association also noted the efforts of Safa, PSL and the sports ministry leadership in the fight against the virus, urging the football fraternity to continue observing hygiene protocols, which include regular hand washing as well as the use of sanitisers and masks.

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