Alan Browne: Republic of Ireland midfielder tests positive for Covid-19 after England defeat
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Alan Browne has 11 caps for the Republic of Ireland
Republic of Ireland midfielder Alan Browne has tested positive for coronavirus having played against England on Thursday.
Preston's Browne, 25, played the full 90 minutes of his side's 3-0 defeat at Wembley Stadium.
The Football Association of Ireland said he had "no close contacts" and all other players and staff have tested negative.
The Republic play Wales in the Nations League in Cardiff on Sunday.
Stephen Kenny's side then host Bulgaria in their final group game on Wednesday.
Meanwhile, right-back Seamus Coleman will return to Everton next week after sustaining a hamstring injury in training the day before the England match.
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