Republic of Ireland staff member tests positive for Covid-19 ahead of Slovakia trip

Uefa have been informed of the situation and have no issues with Thursday’s Euro play-off game in Bratislava going ahead

The official, who is a full-time executive at the FAI, is currently self-isolating and won’t be travelling with the squad to Slokavia

A member of the Republic of Ireland staff has tested positive for Covid-19 ahead of the party’s departure to Slovakia today.

It is understood the case was confirmed following routine testing of staff on Sunday.