KNA Several positive cases of Covid-19 were identified in Arsenal, therefore forcing the club to cancel their pre-season tour to the United States.
The club took to Twitter and wrote,
“Following a small number of positive COVID tests among the planned party to travel to America tomorrow, we have sadly been forced to withdraw from the Florida Cup.”
“This difficult decision is based on ensuring the health and wellbeing of our players and staff,” it added.
The team was to participate in this month’s Florida Cup alongside fellow Premier League team Everton, Millonarios of Colombia and Serie A champions Inter Milan.
They were set to face Inter Milan on Sunday then the winner would take on victor in Everton’s game against Millonarios on July 28.
Launching their pre-season preparations in Scotland, Arsenal played two games and lost 2-1 to Hibernian but ended in 2-2 draw with Rangers.
Last season in the Premier League, the team finished at the eighth position. However, on August 13, they will commence their 2021-22 campaign.
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