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Leyton Orient vs Tottenham in major doubt after Covid-19 outbreak at League Two club

 (Independent)
(Independent)

Leyton Orient have shut their training ground and stadium after “a number of first-team players” tested positive for Covid-19.

The club are now in discussion with the EFL and Tottenham Hotspur ahead of their scheduled League Cup game with Spurs at Brisbane Road on Tuesday evening.

In a statement, Orient said: "Today (Monday 21st) we received formal confirmation which shows that a number of our first-team squad have tested positive for COVID-19.

"We have informed the EFL and Tottenham Hotspur and will make a further announcement regarding Tuesday’s match shortly.

"We have also informed Mansfield Town, Plymouth Argyle and Oldham Athletic, our three most recent opponents, prior to the public release of this information.

"Leyton Orient’s priority is the health and well-being of its players and staff. Those who have tested positive will now strictly follow government self-isolation guidelines.

"The Breyer Group Stadium and training ground facilities will be closed until further notice."

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