Published 09:52 IST, March 11th 2020

Kylian Mbappe reportedly tested 'negative' for Coronavirus ahead of Dortmund clash in UCL

Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe was reportedly tested for coronavirus after missing training. Mbappe suffered from a sore throat but was tested negative.

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Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe was reportedly tested for Coronavirus after missing training ahead of PSG's Champions League tie against Borussia Dortmund. While Frenchman missed training due to a reported sore throat, club had him tested as a precautionary measure. Several French publications later reported that Kylian Mbappe was tested negative, meaning striker has t contracted virus.

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Kylian Mbappe throat pain: Kylian Mbappe tested negative for coronavirus

PSG are currently trailing 2-1 to Dortmund in Champions League Round of 16 tie. second leg at Parc des Princes will be played behind closed doors among or matches. During a routine media session, PSG coach Thomas Tuchel ted that Mbappe was sick and hence missed around two days of training. It was later reported that Frenchman complained about chest pain, which was later revealed to be angina (severe pain in chest caused by lack of oxygen in heart muscle). While Kylian Mbappe tested negative for coronavirus, wher he will be cleared in time to feature on Wednesday night (Thursday night) remains unkwn.

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Kylian Mbappe throat pain: Key miss for Champions League clash?

Kylian Mbappe has been crucial for Thomas Tuchel's side this season. Mbappe has scored 30 goals in 32 matches for PSG this season, including six goals in Champions League. With PSG chasing European glory, Mbappe's fitness will be a major talking point ahead of Champions League match.

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Kylian Mbappe tested negative for coronavirus: Coronavirus update 

or major talking point - outbreak of Coronavirus - continues to worsen as Italy remains most affected nation outside of Asia. In Italy, all sporting activities have reportedly been suspended till April 3, putting fate of Serie A in jeopardy. In France, Ligue 1 matches will eir be played behind closed doors or have fan numbers restricted to 1,000 going forward. PSG's Ligue 1 clash against Strasbourg was also postponed because of outbreak. La Liga have also confirmed all games will be played behind closed doors in Spain's top division for next two weeks.

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09:52 IST, March 11th 2020