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Sugar Bowl, New Orleans Bowl limited to 3,000 fans due to coronavirus concerns
The Sugar Bowl, one of the two semifinal games for the College Football Playoff, will be limited to 3,000 fans this season because of COVID-19 concerns.
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The Sugar Bowl, one of the two semifinal games for the College Football Playoff, will be limited to 3,000 fans this season because of COVID-19 concerns.
Dr. Jennifer Avegno, the director of the New Orleans Health Department, gave the attendance figures that will be allowed for the game during a news conference on Thursday.
The Sugar Bowl is scheduled for Jan. 1 at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome.
“It’s unfortunate to be in this position after all the planning that has taken place to stage a safe event," said Jeff Hundley, CEO of the Sugar Bowl. "However, we fully understand the city’s position, and we’ll respect it. While we have restrictions on fan numbers, we’ll strive to meet that goal."
The Sugar Bowl is one of two college bowl games played in the Superdome. The New Orleans Bowl, scheduled for Dec. 23, also will be restricted to 3,000 fans.
Officials with the Rose Bowl, the other semifinal for the College Football Playoff, announced last week that they won't any fans allowed at that game.
The Rose Bowl is scheduled for 4 p.m. on Jan. 1, with the Sugar Bowl to follow at 7:45 p.m. Both games will air on ESPN.
"We’re looking forward to providing a memorable experience for the participants in this year’s Sugar Bowl, and we’re proud that the game will be viewed by millions of fans around the world on ESPN," Hundley said.