Portuguese football is united to fight against the pandemic caused by the covid-19 virus. Players, referees and coaches joined a campaign promoted by the Players Union, on sociais networks, with the hashtag #FicaEmCasa (stayhome), appealing to the importance of following the recommendations of the health authorities (DGS and government).

In a public statement, the Portuguese Union clarified that in this moment where the competitions are suspended, due to a force majeure situation, the right to received the salary by the players remain intact, and unilateral measures aimed to affect this right, namely to suspend or reduce the amount to be paid, are ilegal. The biggest concern at the moment is with clubs struggling with financial difficulties since the beginning of the season. Portuguese Union, boar member of FIFPro, is following the debates with FIFA and UEFA, at european level, supporting the organization to protect the basic rights of players, as workers.