The New York Red Bulls have postponed their charter flight to Florida for the MLS is Back Tournament. As announced by the club, an undisclosed staff member tested positive for the novel coronavirus and has been quarantined. The remainder of the team still plans to travel to Orlando following additional testing procedures.
Due to a staff member’s inconclusive Covid-19 test result, the Red Bulls’ charter flight to Orlando has been postponed while additional testing is completed. (1/2)
— New York Red Bulls (@NewYorkRedBulls) July 3, 2020
This news comes on the heels of speculation that FC Dallas may be dropping out of the tournament altogether after several players have tested positive, leaving their ability to field a full squad for the tournament that begins next week.