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

No other members of the squad have been identified as close contacts

Republic of Ireland players doing stretching exercises during a training session at the Hive Stadium, London. Picture: John Walton/PA

The Republic of Ireland's preparations for Thursday's prestigious friendly against England in Wembley have been hit by confirmation of a positive Covid-19 test by an unnamed player.

The FAI stated that the player in question has been isolated from the group, in line with existing protocols, and that the HSE and Uefa have both been identified.