TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – The Tampa Bay Viper’s XFL season has been cancelled amid the coronavirus pandemic, the league announced Friday.
“The COVID-19 pandemic, and the most recent local and state regulations, have left the XFL no choice but to officially cancel the remainder of the 2020 season,” the league said in a statement.
“Your passion, your commitment to your favorite XFL team and your love of football made our season a success beyond our wildest dreams.”
The XFL said in the statement it is looking forward to playing a full season in 2021 and beyond.
The Tampa Bay Vipers finished the season 1-4. Their only win came against the D.C. Defenders.
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