Three Portsmouth players test positive for Coronavirus

Three Portsmouth players test positive for Coronavirus, it has been revealed in the League One club’s statement on Saturday morning.

This comes as tens of thousands of pubs, bars, theatres and restaurants across the country are told to shut by the Government to slow the spread of Covid-19.

The order came as a further 39 people in England were confirmed to have died after testing positive for Covid-19, bringing the UK death toll to 177.

Portsmouth Football Club said in a statement: “The second batch of results received by the club last night (March 20) showed that James Bolton, Andy Cannon and Sean Raggett all have the virus.

“They are all self-isolating in accordance with government guidelines and will continue to follow medical advice. The club have also notified Public Health England.

“All players and first team staff were tested earlier in the week and we are still awaiting approximately half of the results of these tests.”

Chief executive Mark Catlin said: “I received the news last night and immediately spoke to Kenny and head physio Bobby Bacic. Kenny and I then spoke to all three players.

“Football is not immune from this virus and I can assure you that it only really hits home when those that you know contract it.

“All three players were in good spirits and perfectly calm – showing mild or no symptoms – and are looking forward to overcoming it as quickly as possible.

“We once again urge everyone to follow the current government guidelines.”

Thank you for people’s concerns I’m feeling good now but self isolating so not to spread anything, if anyone’s come into contact with me over last couple of weeks be careful who you are around, stay safe ?? https://t.co/zdjOcIQoWp

— Sean Raggett (@SeanRaggett) March 21, 2020

Fans gave their reaction after Three Portsmouth players test positive for Coronavirus…

Speedy recoveries to them

— Alexander Redford?⚪️??????? (@ftfcRedford) March 21, 2020

All the rivalries aside.
Get well soon lads #safc #playuppompey

— ?James from Durham⚪ (@jamesSAFCmoore) March 21, 2020

Wishing them all a speedy recovery! ?

— Michelle (Michy) (@Michymoo) March 21, 2020

Speedy recovery, club have reacted well to being exposed to the virus and have hopefully stopped this particular spread of it.

— Martin Wake (@martinwake81) March 21, 2020

Speedy recovery to all three players especially Bolts

— Ian The Shrew Jones (@theshrew88) March 21, 2020

Take care lads

— steve (@stevew_pfc) March 21, 2020

Wishing them all the best, and a speedy recovery!

— Mark McGowan (@E17boi01) March 21, 2020

Speedy recovery

— ?⚪ Sunderland ?⚪ Scowen our number 8 (@scowenno8) March 21, 2020

My g man hopefully your immune system can defend as well as you can and you’ll be good in no time ??

— Tom (@__TomWatson) March 21, 2020

Get well soon Sean! Can’t wait for this all to blow over and get back to seeing you dominate @SkyBetLeagueOne ??

— Hugh Bunce (@puckdropuk) March 21, 2020

Get well soon @SeanRaggett Imps legend #onceanimpalwaysanimp

— Will (@William67201223) March 21, 2020

Hope u feel better soon mate stay strong and safe PUP

— michael turnbull (@neo141082) March 21, 2020