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Christian Pulisic positive for COVID-19

Aug 21, 2021

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Chelsea’s Christian Pulisic is ruled out of their Premier League clash against Arsenal tomorrow, after he tested positive for COVID-19.

Boss Thomas Tuchel says the player missed training this week, as he is undergoing self-isolation.

Meanwhile, Pulisic took to social media to say he is fully vaccinated, and is so far not experiencing any symptoms.

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Guardiola among EPL bosses urging players to get COVID-19 vaccine

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Man City boss Pep Guardiola is among several EPL bosses urging players to get themselves vaccinated against COVID-19.

However, Guardiola says he is not the right person to convince players to take the jab.

He says medical professionals should do their part, but feels it is ultimately up to the players to recognize the importance of being immunised.

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PSG defeat Brest despite missing Neymar and Lionel Messi

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PSG picked up a 4-2 win over Brest in Ligue 1, despite missing several star players including Neymar, and new signing Lionel Messi.

Both Neymar and Messi started pre-season training late after an extended break following last month’s Copa America.

Sergio Ramos was also absent, while goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was on the bench.