Many Everton fans have been welcoming the news that the South American FIFA World Cup qualifiers due to take place in March have been cancelled.
As per Sky Sports, the South American Football Confederation (CONMEBOL) has decided to suspend March's double header of qualifiers for Qatar 2022 amid concern over the impact of the global pandemic and quarantine restrictions.
The tightening lockdown and quarantine regulations mean that numerous European-based players will be unable to travel, which may come as a benefit for the Goodison Park club.
The likes of Allan, James Rodriguez, Richarlison and Yerry Mina would have all joined up with Brazil and Colombia if not for the restrictions, which now means that they will all get two weeks' worth of rest instead.
It means that the Merseyside club will be able to have all of their players fresh and ready for the end of the 2020/21 campaign as Carlo Ancelotti's men look to chase automatic qualification for the Champions League for next season.
Everton fan reaction to South America news
These Toffees supporters lauded the news on Twitter, with one Blues supporter even going as far as to excitedly claim that it was the 'best news ever':
"Yaaaas."
"Perfect"
"Huge. Absolutely huge, for our season."
"Wonderful! They could all use a rest and get fully fit!"
"This is a blessing"
"Best news ever!"
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