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23rd October 2020
03:29pm BST

"There has been a great deal of effort put into Covid codes of conduct and planning for games, including cooperation with Premiership clubs to release additional players to fulfil the fixture safely," Sweeny continued.
"We are all incredibly frustrated and disappointed that the actions of a number of Barbarians players mean we no longer feel it is safe for the game to go ahead."
In a tweet on Thursday, Barbarians FC said they were "extremely disappointed in the actions of the players involved & do not in any way condone their conduct." They also praised those who remained in the bubble, saying; "We’re proud of those players who acted responsibly showing an understanding of the importance of getting rugby back for fans.".@EnglandRugby are now assessing whether the #QuilterCup can happen & we’re working with them to do everything we can to make this possible.
We’re proud of those players who acted responsibly showing an understanding of the importance of getting #rugby back for fans. #Baabaas — Barbarian FC (@Barbarian_FC) October 22, 2020
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