Hamilton confirm positive Covid test ahead of Hibs clash

Self-isolating first team player ruled out of Easter Road fixure

The stands remain empty due to coronavirus restrictions during a Scottish Premiership match between Hamilton and Dundee United at the FOYS on September 26, in Hamilton, Scotland (Photo by Bill Murray / SNS Group)

Hamilton Academical have confirmed a positive coronavirus case ahead of their Scottish Premiership match against Hibs due to take place on Friday.

One member of the Lanarkshire club – understood to be a first team player – has been ruled out of the Easter Road fixture and is now self isolating.

Training was reportedly cancelled yesterday, but the rest of the Hamilton squad returned to their pre-match preparations today.

In a statement, Accies said: “The club can confirm one individual has produced a positive result from Monday’s COVID-19 testing. This individual is now isolating as per Scottish Government and JRG guidelines.”

Earlier this month St Mirren were forced to sign Bobby Zlamal on emergency loan from Hearts when positive tests forced Jim Goodwin to be without his three first team goalkeepers – Jak Alnwick, Dean Lyness and Peter Urminsky for a match with Hibs.