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Mark Pirie

BREAKING: Bellshill friendly with Newmains axed amid positive player Covid test

Bellshill's clash with Newmains has been called off after a Rockburn Park player tested positive for Covid-19.

The West of Scotland League issued advice to the clubs this morning ahead of today's friendly clash.

In a club statement, Bellshill said: "After consultation with the WoSFL, we are sad to say that today's friendly with Newmains has been called off, after one of our players testing positive with Covid.

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"We received the information this morn & club followed all protocol procedures before making decision."

The news follows reminders from the West of Scotland League and clubs for fans to stay away from pre-season fixtures.

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