A deep clean is underway at Windsor Park after a Linfield player tested positive for the coronavirus Covid-19.
The ground is expected to be closed for a number of days and this weekend’s match against Larne has been cancelled.
#IrishPremiership – MATCH OFF @OfficialBlues v @larnefc on Saturday 14th has been postponed.
This decision comes after a Linfield player tested positive for Coronavirus (Covid-19). pic.twitter.com/AvNR2jEByY
— BBC SPORT NI (@BBCSPORTNI) March 11, 2020
Linfield chairman Roy McGivern said a player had chosen to self-isolate after having been in contact with someone who had the virus.
“Linfield FC can confirm that one of our players has tested positive for coronavirus,” said a statement.
Attempts are being made to trace those who have been in close contact with those in Northern Ireland confirmed to have the virus.