Three players from the top team (hereinafter referred to as Player A, B, C) have tested positive for the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), so we would like to inform you. Player A underwent a PCR test on February 16th (Wednesday) and received a positive diagnosis on the same day. In response to this, we conducted our club's own PCR test for all members of the top team on the same day, and Player B and C received positive diagnoses. All three players are currently undergoing appropriate measures and receiving medical treatment.
Note: There are no close contacts in this case based on the activities and behavior history in accordance with the J.League COVID-19 guidelines.

Today, we will only conduct team activities for players and staff who have confirmed negative results through the club's unique antigen testing. The club will further strengthen the measures against the novel coronavirus infection that we have been working on, and once again, we will ensure that all players, staff, and stakeholders are fully aware of and thoroughly implement infection prevention measures.


□ Progress and symptoms of the player
Player A
Mar 15 (Tue) No abnormalities during the day. Negative result in the club's own antigen test. Mild fatigue at night. On Feb 16 (Wed) morning, there was discomfort in the throat and a slight fever of 37.2 degrees, so a PCR test was conducted at a private testing agency on the same day, and under the medical examination of the team doctor, it was confirmed as a positive diagnosis of COVID-19. Currently, the player is undergoing appropriate treatment.

<Player B>
Feb 15 (Tue) No abnormalities. Negative for club-specific antigen test. On Feb 16 (Wed) night, had a slight fever of 37.6 degrees. After receiving a positive diagnosis for Player A, the club conducted its own PCR test, which resulted in a positive diagnosis for the novel coronavirus. Currently, there are no symptoms such as fever.

＜Player C＞
Feb 15 (Tue) No abnormalities. Negative for club-specific antigen test. Feb 16 (Wed) No abnormalities. On the same day, after Player A tested positive, a club-specific PCR test was conducted, and Player B also tested positive for the novel coronavirus. There are no symptoms such as fever.