The impactmontreal returned to their training centre Monday for their first individual outdoor practice sessions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local authorities initially turned down the MLS team’s request to get going with the voluntary individual sessions. But the Impact got the green light to start Monday.
“The circumstances are different, way different, but we need to adapt. It’s a very nice step to be back on the field and start working on fitness and working with the ball. I couldn’t be more happy.” Raitala said while he needs to work on his fitness, he has a “big hunger” to get back into top shape.“Happy to be here,” said Bojan, who like Raitala wore a mask in his post-training interview.
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