We would like to inform you that one player from the top team has tested positive for COVID-19.
The player tested positive on July 29 (Fri) after undergoing a J-League designated antigen test and a PCR test at a medical institution. Currently, they are receiving treatment under appropriate measures.
There are no close contacts regarding this matter based on the activities and behavior history in accordance with the J-League's COVID-19 guidelines.


□Progress and symptoms of the player in question
On July 29 (Friday), an antigen test designated by the J-League was conducted and resulted positive. A PCR test was conducted at a medical institution, which also resulted positive, confirming a positive diagnosis for COVID-19.
The individual currently has no symptoms. They are receiving treatment under appropriate measures.

On July 30 (Saturday), during the 2022 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Sec. 23 match against Sanfrecce Hiroshima (kick-off at 19:00 at EDION Stadium Hiroshima), a screening test will be conducted on the day of the match in accordance with J League regulations. In addition to the previously established entry requirements, only players and staff who test negative in the screening will be allowed to enter the match on that day.

The club will continue the measures against the novel coronavirus infection that we have been working on so far, and we will strengthen our efforts to prevent infections more than ever.