Atletico Madrid vs Chelsea Champions League game has been rescheduled for another venue

It looks like the Covid-19 pandemic has continued to affect schedules of football gamea in Europe.

Chelsea's Champions League last-16 first leg against Atletico Madrid has been rescheduled for another venue. 

Its been gathered that game will be played in Romania because of coronavirus travel restrictions.

La Liga leaders Atletico were due to host the game on Tuesday, 23 February at 20:00 GMT but it will now be played at the Arena Nationala in Bucharest.

Premier League side Chelsea will still host the second leg at Stamford Bridge.

European football's governing body Uefa thanked both clubs for their "support and close co-operation", as well as the Romanian Football Federation for its assistance and agreement to stage the fixture.