CHAMPIONSHIP
The EFL can confirm that 2213 players and Club staff from the 24 Championship Clubs were tested over the course of the past week with eight individuals testing positive from six Clubs.
Those players or Club staff who have tested positive will now self-isolate in line with the guidelines provided by the EFL and only those who have tested negative will be permitted to enter training ground facilities.
LEAGUE ONE
The EFL can confirm that 254 players and Club staff were tested from four League One Clubs over the course of the past week with four individuals testing positive from two Clubs.
Those players or Club staff who have tested positive will now self-isolate in line with the guidelines provided by the EFL and only those who have tested negative will be permitted to enter training ground facilities.
LEAGUE TWO
The EFL can confirm that 174 players and Club staff were tested from four League Two Clubs over the course of the past week with zero individuals testing positive.
TESTING ANNOUNCEMENTS
As the fixture programme resumes, the EFL will make a central announcement of COVID-19 test results every Wednesday at midday to continue to support competition integrity and transparency.
No specific details as to Clubs or individuals will be provided by the League.
Additional Guidance:
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Accuracy of testing provided is not 100% accurate but is in line with Government guidelines and NHS standards.
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These are private tests and will not have any impact on NHS testing resources or prevent other individuals from testing
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There is no cost to the UK taxpayer for testing of EFL players and staff. Clubs will cover the costs of testing.
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Every player or member of staff who attends the training ground, prior to entering the site, must complete a screening protocol to detect any symptoms in a manner devised by the Club Doctor.
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Players and staff will also be required to complete a daily medical questionnaire submitted before arrival at the training ground on training days. If this is not submitted before arrival, access to the
training ground will be denied.