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FFA suspends A-League indefinitely amid coronavirus restrictions - Australian A-League News
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ESPN - 2020/03/23
FFA CEO James Johnson says border closures forced the A-League to postpone the season. Western Sydney Wanderers score a late equaliser to snatch a point from runaway A-League leaders Sydney FC. Scott McDonald scores again as Brisbane Roar continue hot streak with a 1-0 win over Newcastle Jets. Melbourne City overcome an early deficit vs. the Mariners with the help of three goals from Jamie Maclaren. Newcastle Jets continue hopes for A-League finals with a 3-0 victory against Adelaide United. Melbourne City claim a record-setting fourth W-League championship with a 1-0 vs. Sydney FC. The A-League has become the final Australian sporting domino to fall due to the coronavirus pandemic, with the competition postponed immediately. FFA chief executive James Johnson announced the decision on Tuesday, less than 24 hours after Newcastle defeated Melbourne City 2-1 at McDonald Jones Stadium. Johnson said the remainder of this year's season has been postponed after consultation with the national working committee for coronavirus, effectively halting the game at all levels in Australia. With... - Read More, Here