LaLiga side Espanyol's coronavirus revelation: 6 players, staff test positive

LaLiga side Espanyol have confirmed that six members of first-team squad along with staff members tested positive for coronavirus. Spain is currently one of worst affected countries in world. All major sporting events including LaLiga have been postponed until April considering volatile situation due to pandemic.

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LaLiga suspended: Espanyol players test positive amid LaLiga coronavirus threat

Espanyol released a statement confirming reports that were circulating in Spanish media. statement, when translated from Spanish to English, read, “All are found to have mild symptoms and are complying with medical recommendations.” club also asserted that unnamed players have been asked to undergo a 14-day quarantine. Espanyol is second LaLiga team to have been hit by pandemic. Earlier, Spanish giants Valencia confirmed that 35% of ir players and backroom staff were infected.

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LaLiga suspended: Real Madrid players in self-quarantine amid LaLiga coronavirus threat

Earlier, Real Madrid's football and basketball players were asked to undergo self-quarantine. This was done after a basketball player Trey Thompkins tested positive for coronavirus. club was quick to act after it was reported that two teams share same training facilities.

LaLiga suspended: coronavirus in Spain wreaks havoc

LaLiga has taken preventive steps to ensure that outbreak does t wreak furr havoc in country. league has decided to suspend all fixtures for next two weeks. Earlier, games were scheduled to be played behind closed doors. However, sensing complexity of situation games have w been suspended.

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LaLiga coronavirus: Sergio Ramos works out as Espanyol players test positive

Several LaLiga superstars have posted about ir self-isolation activities on social media. Real Madrid captain Sergio Ramos spends most of his time working out with his family. player posted a video as well, in which he is seen along with his family. Meanwhile, his teammate Karim Benzema, in a video, has claimed that he can’t stand coronavirus lockdown.

LaLiga coronavirus: Espanyol players test positive, Lionel Messi plays with kids 

Los Blancos winger Vinicius Jr has been sweating it out in gym. Brazilian has been working on his body, making most out of his self-quarantine time. Barcelona captain Lionel Messi has been reportedly helping his children out in football. In a video, five-time Ballon d’Or winner is seen playing alongside his kids.

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