The international break always seems to bring a slew of untimely injuries, but with matches taking place – somehow – during a pandemic, the now-complete November window came with increased risk and repercussions. Below, we review the marquee players and teams impacted, either by COVID-19 or an injury, ahead of club football’s return this weekend.
COVID-19
Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): Tested positive twice, most recently on Wednesday, while with Egypt. His status for Sunday’s match against Leicester City is unclear.
Mohamed Elneny (Arsenal): Tested positive twice, most recently on Wednesday, while with Egypt. His status for Sunday’s match against Leeds United is unclear.
Matt Doherty (Tottenham): Tested positive while away with the Republic of Ireland and was forced to miss Wednesday’s match versus Bulgaria.
Conor Coady (Wolverhampton Wanderers): Withdrew from the England squad and entered self-isolation after coming into contact with somebody who tested positive. The defender has twice tested negative for COVID-19 since.
Luis Suarez (Atletico Madrid): Tested positive while on duty with Uruguay and is now expected to miss Saturday’s reunion with former side Barcelona.
Lucas Torreira (Atletico …read more
Via:: The Score La Liga