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Robert Hynes

Republic of Ireland player tests positive for Covid-19 ahead of England friendly

A Republic of Ireland player has tested positive for Covid-19 ahead of Thursday's friendly clash with England.

The Boys in Green face Gareth Southgate's side at Wembley ahead of their UEFA Nations League clashes with Wales and Bulgaria.

Confirming the positive test in a statement this evening, the FAI said: "The Football Association of Ireland can confirm that one member of the senior men's international team has tested positive for COVID-19.

"The player has been isolated from the group as per COVID-19 protocols, and the HSE and UEFA have been informed of this development. The player is asymptomatic and feeling well.

"There are no close contacts of the player and the rest of the staff and squad tested negative ahead of Thursday's international friendly against England."

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