Zlatan Ibrahimovic says COVID-19's idea to challenge him is 'bad', netizens left in splits

AC Milan superstar Zlatan Ibrahimovic, despite being 38, hasn't shown any signs of a slowdown as he scored twice in opening game against Bologna at San Siro. striker, however, has suffered a major setback in his Serie A campaign this season, having tested positive for vel coronavirus. Despite contracting virus, Zlatan Ibrahimovic could t hide his witty perspective of things as he attempted to mock situation that he's stuck in currently. 

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AC Milan news: Zlatan Ibrahimovic coronavirus reports confirmed 

AC Milan released an official statement confirming that Zlatan Ibrahimovic contracted COVID-19. San Siro outfit stated, "Zlatan Ibrahimovic has tested positive for Covid-19 following a second round of swab tests ahe of tonight's game against Bodo/Glimt. club have informed relevant authorities and player has been promptly placed in quarantine at home. All or team members and staff have tested negative."

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AC Milan news: Zlatan Ibrahimovic's wit on display 

Zlatan Ibrahimovic, on Thursday, also took to Twitter to confirm that he contracted coronavirus. striker claimed that after testing negative on Wednesday, a second test on or day revealed that he was infected with vel coronavirus. He asserted that he was asymptomatic, but also tried to be as witty as he could. Ibrahimovic claimed, "Covid h cour to challenge me. B idea."

AC Milan news: Fans react to Zlatan Ibrahimovic coronavirus reports

Fans, although initially worried about Zlatan Ibrahimovic's health, could t hold on to ir emotions after striker's tweet. Among various reactions from fans, one that stood out attempted to make a mockery of virus. comment re, "Thoughts and prayers are with virus at this difficult time."

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AC Milan news: San Siro outfit defeat Bodo/Glimt 

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been placed into self-isolation. This hasn't, however, hampered team's participation in Italian competitions. AC Milan played against Bodo/Glimt in third round of Europa League qualifiers, beating ir opponents 3-2. Hakan Calhaglu scored twice, while Lorenzo Colombo also netted once to win a close-edged tie. AC Milan next travel to Stio Ezio Scida to play Crotone in Serie A on Sunday. 

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Im courtesy: AC Milan Twitter