Premier League report just TWO positive Covid-19 cases from 2,915 tests
Daily MailOnly two Premier League players or staff provided positive samples in last week's twice-weekly coronavirus testing, the league has announced. The league recorded seven positive tests in the last round of results so the latest figures are again a boost to the league, which enhanced its Covid-19 protocols in early January. The Premier League has recorded just two positive Covid-19 cases in the latest round of tests The top flight tightened restrictions in January after an alarming spike in positive cases The new measures included: Substitutes to wear face masks on the bench Players and staff to avoid hugging, handshakes and swapping shirts Spot checks on dressing rooms to ensure social distancing rules are being followed Limited numbers of people allowed at training grounds and limited access to canteens Clubs to provide the Premier League with travel plans Premier League officials held calls with captains, managers and key staff – thought to be safety officers - over the new protocols, the reasoning behind them and the potential impact that repeated non-compliance could have. Rules on hugging and high-fiving have been introduced in a bid to stop the spread of the virus Measures on shirt swapping, face masks and dressing room spot checks were also introduced The test results mark another step forward for the Premier League as it continues to reassure Government that football can be continued safely and in compliance with Covid rules.