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Munster players asymptomatic as training resumes

Munster pictured at training in the University of Limerick last February
Munster pictured at training in the University of Limerick last February

Munster returned to training today following a positive Covid-19 test among their wider squad last week.

The province had trained on Monday and Tuesday of last week, but cancelled sessions on Thursday and Friday when one of their academy players tested positive for coronavirus.

A player from the senior squad and five other academy players were identified as close contacts began self-isolating. 

Johann van Graan's side assembled again today in Limerick and were all tested ahead of Saturday’s Guinness Pro14 derby against Leinster at the Aviva Stadium (7.35pm, live on RTÉ Radio 1).

"The Academy player who tested positive for Covid-19 is asymptomatic now and is continuing to be monitored," the club said in a statement.

"He will follow a graduated return to rugby once the isolation period is complete.

"The HSE have contacted all potential close contacts and the six players who were advised to self-isolate by the province have commenced the testing process.

"All results received to-date have been negative. The players are all asymptomatic and continue to self-isolate." 

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