First confirmed case of player with COVID-19

In a statement, Balzan FC confirmed that one of their players had tested positive for Covid-19.

The club said the player was in perfect health and is complying with the isolation protocol at home, as required by the Health Authorities.

The club confirmed that it is in contact with all the relevant authorities and is putting all the required precautionary measures in place. This includes a temporary halt to squad training, until all players and officials are tested and cleared for the virus.