Liverpool's FA Cup tie in doubt after ‘significant’ coronavirus outbreak at Aston Villa

Aston Villa's FA Cup tie against Liverpool on Friday night could be in doubt after the Midlands announced a “significant” coronavirus outbreak

By Steven Crawford

Published 7th Jan 2021, 15:22 BST

Updated 7th Jan 2021, 15:30 BST

In a statement Villa confirmed it had closed its Bodymoor Heath training ground as a result and added talks are ongoing with the Football Association and the Premier League.

"A large number of first team players and staff returned positive tests after being routinely tested on Monday and immediately went into isolation," said the statement.

"A second round of testing was carried out immediately and produced more positive results today.

"First team training ahead of tomorrow’s FA Cup match with Liverpool was cancelled.

"Discussions are ongoing between medical representatives of the Club, the Football Association and the Premier League."

Southampton’s FA Cup third-round tie against Shrewsbury has been called off due to a coronavirus outbreak at the Sky Bet League One club.

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