The Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has postponed the opening three Champions League fixtures involving Chinese clubs due to the impact of the coronavirus. The tournament's group stage is due to get underway on Tuesday next week, featuring four sides hailing from the Chinese Super League - Beijing Guoan, Guangzhou Evergrande, Beijing FC and Shanghai Shenhua. The East Zone Round of 16 matches are proposed for June 16 and 17 with the return leg on June 23 or 24. However, the Australian government closed their borders for arrivals from China, making it impossible for the Shanghai clubs to enter the country and fulfil the fixture. "We also accept that this coronavirus is a much bigger issue than just football and we wish all those who have been affected a speedy return to health."

Source: Sky sports February 04, 2020 15:22 UTC