Days after arriving in Orlando, Florida for the MLS is Back Tournament, Major League Soccer’s return-to-play format following the coronavirus outbreak that stopped games in mid-March, one Columbus Crew SC players has tested positive for COVD-19. This news was first reported by ESPN soccer columnist Jeff Carlisle and was confirmed by Massive Report. A Crew spokesperson did not return a request for immediate comment.
The Black & Gold, who departed for Orlando to continue preparations for the MLS is Back Tournament, confirmed earlier this week that no players had tested positive for the coronavirus.