the⁤ English Premier League ⁤has announced​ two⁢ positive COVID-19⁤ tests from the ​second phase ​of testing among⁣ players and staff. This ‌brings the ​total number of⁤ confirmed⁢ cases within the league to eight.

The Premier League confirmed the results following 996 tests conducted this‍ week.‌ According to‍ an official statement, the individuals who tested positive will self-isolate for a period of seven days.

premier League Statement
The Premier League can confirm that 996‍ tests have been carried out this week on staff and players. Of these, two ⁢cases have come back positive at two clubs.
Premier League Statement
players ⁢or staff members who have tested⁣ positive will now be‌ isolated for ​seven days.

The frist‍ phase of testing revealed six positive cases. For ⁣the second round of testing, the Premier League increased the number‍ of tests per club from 40 to 50, demonstrating a heightened focus‌ on safety as teams prepare for​ a potential restart.

All 20 Premier ‌League clubs have now commenced training,​ with varying approaches – some teams are training individually, while others are progressing towards‍ group sessions.

While ⁢no​ firm⁣ date has been set⁤ for the‍ resumption⁢ of the English top flight,​ June 12th and⁣ June 20th remain the ​most⁢ frequently discussed potential restart dates.

The Premier League ⁣has not publicly disclosed ‍the identities of the individuals who ​have tested positive, citing⁣ privacy concerns.

Source: The Telegraph