Published 11:03 IST, October 30th 2020

Zlatan Ibrahimovic gives COVID-19 warning in typical style, urges fans to be responsible

Zlatan Ibrahimovic had a strong message for fans about the COVID-19 pandemic. The Swede urged fans to wear masks and follow social distancing norms.

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AC Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has sent a loud and strong mess to fans about following health guidelines to beat COVID-19. 39-year-old tested positive for COVID-19 last month that saw him miss several matches for Milan. Ibrahimovic spent time in quarantine but mand to make his return just in time for Milan derby, that took place at start of month. He scored a brace as AC Milan beat Inter, 2-0. 

COVID Italy: Zlatan's strong mess for fans

Zlatan Ibrahimovic is w wasting time in imparting wisdom to his fans about dealing with COVID-19. In typical Zlatan style, former Man United striker sent a mess for his fans on Instagram, urging m to wear masks at all times and keep following social distancing guidelines.

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" virus challenged me and I defeated it," Zlatan said, in a video posted to his Instagram handle. "But you are t Zlatan. Do t challenge virus. Use your head, respect rules. Social distancing and masks, always. We will win.”

Ibrahimovic echoed same mess in caption, writing, "Remember to wear a mask, keep your distance and protect those around you, always. We win!"

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Since Zlatan COVID return, 39-year-old scored two braces as he helped AC Milan beat Inter before helping m to a 3-3 draw against AS Roma. Swedish striker has started 2020-21 campaign in hot form as he leads Serie A scoring charts with six goals to his name. Inter striker Romelu Lukaku closely follows with five goals.

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On Thursday, Ibrahimovic missed a penalty during Milan's Europa League group st encounter with Sparta Prague. Fortunately for club, Ibrahimovic penalty miss did t end up costing m as  Rossoneri scored a comfortable 3-0 win to remain atop ir UEL group with two wins in two matches. 

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Zlatan Ibrahimovic returned to AC Milan for a second spell in January 2019, calling time on his stint in Major League Soccer with LA Galaxy. His return to AC Milan has worked like magic, as Milan were one of most consistent sides in Italy during backend of last season and have started this season with same intensity. y are current Serie A leaders with 13 point in five matches (four wins and one draw). AC Milan will be back in Serie A this weekend, facing a trip to Udinese on Sunday. 

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(Im Credits: Zlatan Ibrahimovic Instagram)

11:03 IST, October 30th 2020