Luis Suarez tests positive for coronavirus, might miss Atletico Madrid's clash vs Barca

Striker Luis Suarez played a key role in Uruguay's victory against Colombia in World Cup qualifiers last Saturday, striking one goal from spot to bag a 3-0 victory. But aftermath of game has posed some major struggle for former Barcelona man, with national team confirming that 32-year-old has tested positive for vel coronavirus. 

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Luis Suarez tests positive for coronavirus 

Uruguayan Football Federation confirmed Luis Suarez COVID-19 reports, besides also revealing that Rodrigo Muz has also contracted virus. statement read, “Tests have been carried out on all members of national team, with result that players Luis Suarez (and) Rodrigo Muz and official, Matias Faral, have tested positive for COVID-19.”

Besides, statement also revealed that three are in good health at moment. Suarez and Muz join defender Matias Vina, who also tested coronavirus positive immediately after game against Colombia. Luis Suarez coronavirus test results come as a major set back for  Uruguayan national team.

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Luis Suarez recovery underway, set to miss Brazil clash 

Atletico Madrid man will t be able to play against Brazil on Tuesday in group st of World Cup qualifiers. Interestingly, Uruguay have t beaten Brazil in any competitive game since 2001 and look to make amends this time around on ir home turf, with Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) star Neymar Jr also a major absentee. 

Brazil currently lead round-robin format which is key determinant for a team's participation in FIFA World Cup that is to be played in Qatar in 2022. Tite's men have bagged nine points from three games, defeating likes of Bolivia, Peru and Venezuela. Meanwhile, Uruguay have mand six points as yet. 

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Simeone to cope in absence of Suarez vs Barcelona 

Luis Suarez COVID-19 confirmation also suggests he will t be able to play against his former LaLiga side when Barcelona travel to Wanda Metropolita on Saturday. Indeed, Suarez, with five goals for Rojiblancos, has emerged as a key player for Diego Simeone and his absence could prove detrimental for hosts. 

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Im courtesy: Uruguay Football Twitter