The J. League on Monday announced that its attendance caps would remain in place through Aug. 10, reflecting concerns over a rising number of new coronavirus infections in Tokyo and other major metropolitan areas.
Current restrictions on sporting events — which allow clubs to admit up to 5,000 fans or 50 percent of the stadium’s capacity, whichever is lower — were originally scheduled to be relaxed on Aug. 1. Fans have been allowed to attend games since July 10, with all required to wear masks, submit to temperature screenings at stadium entrances and refrain from cheering.
Clubs are currently not allowed to sell alcoholic beverages in the stadium or establish seating for visiting fans — rules that will now remain through Aug. 10, impacting an additional two rounds each of the league’s three divisions as well as one round of the Levain Cup’s group stage.