Soccer-Brazil to stop unvaccinated footballers playing in top leagues

Soccer Football - Brazilian team announced for friendly matches - CBF headquarters, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - September 20, 2019 General view outside of the Brazilian Football Confederation REUTERS/Sergio Moraes/File Photo

(Reuters) - The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Friday players must be vaccinated against COVID-19 to take part in this year’s league championship,

The CBF said it was in constant contact with health bodies and had sent an updated list of requirements to member clubs.