Hearts cancel Berwick friendly after five positive coronavirus cases
The individuals will now self-isolate
Last updated 25th Jun 2021
Hearts have been forced to cancel their pre-season friendly against Berwick Rangers after five members of their football department tested positive for coroinavirus.
The Scottish Premiership side were due to travel to Shielfield Park on Friday night.
However, they have been forced to call off after a COVID-19 outbreak in their squad.
The Jambos say five squad members have returned positive lateral flow and PCR tests and will now self-isolate.
An update on Satuday's friendly against Linlinthgow Rose is expected in due course.
A club statement said: "The club immediately contacted the relevant football authorities upon confirmation of each positive test and it continues to follow protocols to the highest of standards.
"We have also kept our opponents fully informed and it is with regret to our supporters that we will not begin our pre-season friendly campaign as scheduled.
"An update on the club’s friendly match with Linlithgow Rose, scheduled for Saturday 26th, will be provided in due course."
Berwick Rangers said: "Although disappointed, the club understands the need to keep the health, safety and welfare of all supporters, players, officials and volunteers at the forefront of operations as crowds begin to return to football.
"All at Berwick Rangers Football Club would like to wish those who have tested positive a speedy recovery. The club would also like to wish Heart of Midlothian all the best for the coming season.
"Berwick Rangers’ ticketing partners, Fanbase, will issue refunds to all supporters who purchased tickets for the fixture in the coming days"