Yesterday's training session marked the Fire’s first full team practice since MLS stopped play on March 12 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Fire’s full team training plans were reviewed and approved by the club’s medical staff and local infectious disease experts.
The full team training protocol set by the Fire and MLS prohibits media access to SeatGeek Stadium, restricting access to players and essential staff only. For more information on the return to play protocol, click here.
MLS will restart the 2020 season with all 26 MLS clubs competing in the MLS is Back Tournament at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida beginning July 8.
The Fire were selected into Group A alongside Eastern Conference teams Inter Miami CF, Nashville SC, New York City FC, Orlando City SC and the Philadelphia Union. During the group stage, the Fire will face Inter Miami, Nashville SC and New York City FC.
The complete tournament schedule, including specific matchup dates and full broadcast details, will be announced at a later date.