Juventus official: Matuidi tests positive for COVID-19; second case in the team
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Juventus officially confirmed that the team’s midfielder Matuidi tested positive for COVID-19; the player is not showing any symptoms at present. Juventus stated that Matuidi is currently in home isolation and is in good health. Juventus official statement: “It has been confirmed that French midfielder Matuidi tested positive for COVID-19. The player is in good condition and suffers from an asymptomatic infection.” Since March 11, Matuidi has been in home isolation as required by the club. His physical condition will be further monitored in the coming period. ”This is the second confirmed case of COVID-19 within Juventus; Rugani was diagnosed earlier.
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According to the official announcement, Matuidi is in good health and has been in self-isolation at home since March 11. This is the second confirmed case in Juventus aside from Rugani.