[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Heung-soon] Soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo (35, Portugal) has tested positive for the novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19).
The Portuguese Football Federation announced on its official website on the 13th (local time) that Ronaldo tested positive for COVID-19 and is currently in isolation.
Ronaldo had joined the Portugal national team during the international match period, but due to the positive COVID-19 diagnosis, he will not participate in the UEFA Nations League match against Sweden scheduled for the 14th.
The Portuguese Football Federation stated that Ronaldo is asymptomatic but did not specify when he received the positive diagnosis. Other players besides Ronaldo reportedly tested negative.
© The Asia Business Daily(www.asiae.co.kr). All rights reserved.
