Despite rising corona numbers, the European Championship final is to take place with spectators in London.
For Karl Lauterbach absolutely “unjustifiable”.
Relocation to Munich is also not an option for him.
Berlin - Can the European Championship final take place in London as planned?
This is currently on the brink.
Because: The corona numbers in Great Britain are rising again.
This is mainly due to the rapidly spreading delta mutant.
UEFA is now considering moving the final location.
SPD health expert Karl Lauterbach also criticized the hosting of the final game in London in view of the increasing number of infections.
It is "unreasonable" that football games with spectators take place in England, Lauterbach told RTL and ntv.
“The Delta variant is just too dangerous.
That is a threat to the citizens of England and the citizens of Europe.
The games would have to be moved to another European country, ”the politician continued.
European Championship final in London “unjustifiable” - Lauterbach calls for relocation and finds clear words about Munich as a venue
Munich as a possible alternative for the European Championship final is also not an option for Lauterbach.
The SPD man does not consider it desirable to offer the Bavarian state capital as a substitute: “It would be unfortunate if you made a proposal that would favor your own stadium and your own fans.
We would not be credible if we suggest to England that the games take place here instead, ”said the politician.
In Great Britain, the delta variant of the coronavirus discovered in India is currently spreading rapidly and is driving the number of new infections significantly higher despite the high vaccination rate.
Two rounds of 16 (June 26th and 29th) are scheduled for the coming week at London's Wembley Stadium, before both semi-finals there on July 6th and 7th and the final on July 11th.
(dpa / rjs)
