Zambian Super League side Forest Rangers have confirmed 28 of their staff members have tested positive for the coronavirus ahead of their tie against Zanaco FC.
The Football Association of Zambia (FAZ) had made it mandatory for players and other essential team officials to undergo Covid-19 tests.
In a statement obtained by Goal, the league leaders have confirmed 28 people within their ranks have tested positive.
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“In accordance with the health guidelines that have been put in place by the Ministry of Health and FAZ for football teams to take Covid-19 tests before the league resumes, Forest Rangers players and staff took the tests earlier this week,” the statement said.