Derry City report negative Covid-19 results ahead of Europa League tie

Derry City reported negative results from latest Covid-19 tests ahead of European tie.

In fact the FAI has revealed all SSE Airtricity League sides involved in European club competitions have reported negative COVID-19 test results.

"Dundalk, who will be competing in the UEFA Champions League tonight, were tested twice and returned negative results on all tests.

"Shamrock Rovers, Bohemians and Derry City, who will be competing in the UEFA Europa League next week, have also returned negative results," confirmed an FAI statement.

Derry's tie against FK Riteriai scheduled for next Tuesday, August 25th remains in doubt, however, after the Lithuanian government imposed new quarantine restrictions on those travelling to the country from Ireland and the UK.