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Gavin Quinn

Armagh confirm player tests positive for Covid-19 ahead of Monaghan clash

Armagh were rocked by a Covid-19 case within their panel ahead of this evening's clash with Monaghan.

The Orchard men confirmed the case yesterday evening ahead of the Ulster semi-final clash, but upon following public health advice will be allowed to play the game.

The player who tested positive has not been named and Kieran McGeeney's side will drive on with preparations for the Brewster Park clash.

An Armagh GAA statement said: “A player of our senior football team has tested positive for Covid-19.

"We can confirm after strictly following the public health advice and with the support of our experienced medical team, this is an isolated case.

“We wish the player a full and speedy recovery, and we extend our best wishes to the team and management in their preparations for the USFC semi-final against Monaghan tomorrow.

“There will no further comment at this time.”

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