Rafael Marquez, one of the main references in the history of the Mexican team, reappeared on social networks to send a message of prevention to the population of Mexico and Michoacán, his homeland.
The former footballer asked that given the imminent spread of coronavirus (COVID-19), heed the instructions of the health authorities, and above all, keep calm.
"Wash your hands well, with soap and water; Put on antibacterial gel too. Do not wave, kiss, or hug. Cover nose and mouth with the inside of the elbow when sneezing or coughing", he listed the five-time World Cup with the Mexican National Team.
Likewise, he asked that those who present symptoms such as fever, dry cough, runny nose and sore throat, opt for "stay home and call your family doctor, and follow the instructions of the authorities"
Whoever was captain of the Mexican National Team also asked "Do not panic"Because he said that if he followed the health recommendations, "Everything will be fine. I send a big greeting, many blessings to all"
Silvano Aureoles, the Governor of Michoacán, thanked Rafa Márquez at the time that he asked Michoacanos to follow the preventive measures, since he agreed, "it is everyone's responsibility for the common welfare. Let's make Michoacán loud!”
"Thanks, citizen! Let's all put the batteries and let's put together a great goal to COVID-19, because, as @RafaMarquezMX said, following preventive measures is everyone's responsibility for the common welfare. Let's make Michoacán loud!"wrote the governor.
"When we Mexicans unite, we demonstrate that we can against all": the messages of encouragement from Héctor Herrera and Chucky Lozano
Since Italy Y Spain, two countries heavily hit by the coronavirus, two important Mexican soccer players sent messages of encouragement to the Mexican population.
The first statement was issued by Héctor Herrera, midfielder Atlético de Madrid, who placed special emphasis on not taking lightly the worldwide outbreak of COVID-19.
"I want to invite my people from Mexico to be more responsible and grateful because nature has given them a great opportunity, we in Spain if we could return weeks to Phase 1 of this virus, without thinking we would take precautions not to leave home"The footballer said in a video that he posted on his various social networks.
The Aztec midfielder assured that the measures taken in Spain during phase one of the coronavirus were not as indicated, for which he urged Mexicans to respect the instructions of the authorities.
"I understand and admire that sometimes we Mexicans feel invincible and that many people think that nothing will happen to them with the coronavirus, hopefully not. But let's think about our parents, adult people and those vulnerable to this virus, let's show solidarity and above all, stay home, it's not a vacation … I stayed at home"He added.
The second message came from the SSC Napoli player, Hirving Lozano, who is currently in quarantine in one of the countries most affected by the pandemic.
The Pachuca youth team took the time to send a message to all Mexicans from their home in Italy, where he warns about this virus and also invites the population to take the necessary preventive measures, such as hand washing, avoiding crowded places and if possible not to leave their houses.
"Hello friends, I want to invite everyone to take precautionary measures to fight the coronavirus together. Please follow the precautionary measures, wash your hands, stay home and if you have any symptoms call your doctor"Lozano said through social networks.
Likewise, Chucky said that Mexico is known for having "the best fans in the world", and that every time Mexicans join, they demonstrate that they can, above all, for which he pointed out that now is the time to fight the coronavirus.
"Now we have to play the game off the field, we have to take care of ourselves, follow all the recommendations to combat the coronavirus. When we Mexicans unite, we demonstrate that we can against all, we make the difference. Not for nothing we are known for being the best hobby in the world"Said the Chucky.
However, despite the fact that Italy is one of the countries with the most infected with Coronavirus, Napoli has in mind to return to training so that its players do not lose shape while the A series.