Tottenham Carabao Cup clash to be called off as Leyton Orient record 18 positive Covid-19 tests

Tottenham Hotspur’s Carabao Cup clash versus Leyton Orient is set to be called off after the League Two club reportedly recorded 18 positive coronavirus tests. Jose Mourinho's side were set to travel to Leyton Orient for their Carabao Cup third round clash on Tuesday. However, on Monday, the O’s confirmed numerous players had tested positive for coronavirus. According to The Sun 18 players and staff have been struck down with the deadly illness ahead of the cup tie. A Leyton Orient statement read: “Following our game on Saturday, September 19, COVID-19 testing was conducted on all of our first team playing squad. “Today we received formal confirmation which shows that a number of our first-team squad have tested positive for COVID-19. “We have informed the EFL and Tottenham Hotspur and will make a further announcement regarding Tuesday’s match shortly. “We have also informed Mansfield Town, Plymouth Argyle and Oldham Athletic, our three most recent opponents, prior to the public release of this information. “Leyton Orient’s priority is the health and well-being of its players and staff. Those who have tested positive will now strictly follow government self-isolation guidelines. “The Breyer Group Stadium and training ground facilities will be closed until further notice. At this time, the club will make no further comment.” Source- talkSPORT Join us on Telegram

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