Can you hug when Wales score? The Covid rules that affect the way you watch Euro 2020 in Wales
Standing proudly, pint in hand, shoulder to shoulder, bars are normally packed with fans singing the national anthem when Wales play.
Due to Covid, the Welsh government has urged people not to sing or shout in order to stop the virus spreading.While restrictions have eased massively in recent months, there are still strict rules limiting who you can have round or go to the pub with to watch the games. Wherever you watch the game, the Welsh government is asking fans to avoid shouting, singing, or chanting, where possible, due to the chance the virus could be spread through air droplets., including keeping the broadcasting of games to "background noise level" in a bid to stop people shouting over the commentary.
But fans have said not being able to sing the national anthem or cheer when a goal is scored, made it near-impossible to support their country.media captionFive years ago, Rebecca Thomas, from Llanelli, celebrated Wales' opening win of Euro 2016 surrounded by her family, hugging and cheering.
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