Rio de Janeiro on Friday authorized football fans to return to stadiums from October 4, after a six-month hiatus for the coronavirus pandemic, which continues to batter Brazil. "Rio city hall announces the return of fans to stadiums," the city said in a statement. "They will be required to wear protective masks and undergo temperature checks at the entrance. Ticket sales will be online to avoid crowds." The decision still needs a green light from the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF). Rio authorities had initially announced in June they would allow fans back into stadiums from July 10, but quickly backtracked as the pandemic surged. Mayor Marcelo Crivella said the...Keep on reading: Rio to allow football fans from October 4