Top team players 7 (hereinafter referred to as player A, B, C, D, E, F, G) and top team staff 2 (hereinafter referred to as staff A, B) have tested positive for the novel coronavirus infection, so we would like to inform you. 9 individuals underwent PCR testing on Feb 20 (Sun) and received a positive diagnosis. Currently, they are receiving appropriate treatment under proper measures.
Based on the J-League's guidelines for the new coronavirus infection, there have been no close contacts identified. However, in order to prevent the spread of infection under the guidance of the local health department, team activities will be suspended from Feb 20 (Sun) to Feb 26 (Sat) for a period of 7 days.
The upcoming official matches of the top team (Iwata match on Feb 23, Nagoya match on Feb 26) will be canceled. Please check here for more details.


□Player's progress and symptoms
＜Player A＞
On Jul 19 (Sat) night, had a fever of 37.4 degrees, sore throat, and joint pain. On Jul 20 (Sun) morning, had a temperature of 36.5 degrees, sore throat, and joint pain. On the same day, the club conducted its own antigen test and PCR test, and it was confirmed to be positive for COVID-19. Currently, receiving appropriate treatment under proper measures.

Player B
No abnormalities during the day on the 19th (Sat). Strong headache and sore throat at night. Fever of 38.5 degrees on the morning of the 20th (Sun). The club conducted its own PCR test on the same day, and it was confirmed positive for COVID-19. Currently, receiving appropriate treatment under proper measures.

Player C
No abnormalities during the day on the 19th (Sat). Strong headache and body heat sensation at night. Fever of 38.5 degrees and fatigue on the morning of the 20th (Sun). The club conducted its own PCR test on the same day, and it was confirmed positive for COVID-19. Currently, receiving appropriate treatment under proper measures.

<Player D, E, F, G>
All four players had normal body temperature and no symptoms on the 20th (Sun). They underwent the club's antigen test on the same day and tested negative. At the same time, the club conducted its own PCR test, which resulted in a positive diagnosis. Currently, they are receiving appropriate treatment under proper measures.

＜Top Team Staff A, B＞
Both individuals have no symptoms as of Aug 20 (Sun). A underwent the club's own PCR test on the same day and tested positive for COVID-19, while B underwent the club's own antigen test and PCR test on the same day and also tested positive for COVID-19. They are currently receiving appropriate treatment under proper measures.