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Arsenal’s Aubameyang in Gabon squad despite coronavirus concerns

Arsenal forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will spearhead the Gabon squad which will face Gambia in the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers on March 26 and 30, even as the coronavirus outbreak continues to wreak havoc with global sporting schedules.

The spread of the pandemic across the world has put football activities under serious scrutiny with Champions League and Europa League games being played behind closed doors, while Serie A has been suspended altogether.

The Premier League is in the spotlight of what actions it will take with the virus also hitting the United Kingdom.