Tomorrow’s SSE Airtricity League clash between Sligo Rovers and Waterford has been suspended after a Waterford player revealed signs of Covid-19
The domestic league returned behind-closed-doors over the weekend following a four-month break due to the pandemic.
Tuesday’s component – which was set up for The Showgrounds in Sligo – is the very first to be cancelled due to coronavirus safety measures considering that the League of Ireland restart.
Waterford validated that the gamer in concern travelled to Tolka Park for Saturday’s clash with Shelbourne however did not play in the 1-0 win for The Blues.
A Waterford FC declaration checked out: “At 8: 45 am this morning (Monday, 3rd of August), a player from our senior group reported to the club doctor with flu-like signs and has been sent out for screening right away.
” We are waiting for the results of the test nevertheless, up until the results of the test are understood, the club will cease all operations consisting of training and personnel meetings.
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” Our Covid-19 management team will work in conjunction with the FAI and HSE to guarantee that every safety measure possible is taken.
” This might not be a confirmed case and we do not wish to trigger any unwanted concern, nevertheless, the security of the gamers, staff and public are of the utmost value and for that reason, we will not be traveling to Sligo for our Tuesday fixture.”
An SSE Airtricity League declaration read: “Sligo Rovers v Waterford has been delayed due to Waterford gamer’s believed COVID-19 signs.
” The gamer did not train this morning and will now go through a COVID-19 test. The player in question did not play against Shelbourne but did travel with the squad.”
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