Eight Aberdeen players in covid quarantine - sawn off by the government

Two of the club's players have been tested positive for the virus and will self-isolate for ten days, Aberdeen writes on its website. Another six players, who have been in close contact with the two infected, will be quarantined for 14 days.

According to the BBC, all eight players broke current restrictions when they visited a bar in Aberdeen on Saturday after losing the season's first league game at home to Rangers 0-1.

Following the incident, the city has been shut down due to 54 coron falls in a short time. All bars and restaurants have been closed, and Scotland residents are urged not to travel to or from the city.

Criticism of the players' actions has been harsh, even from the government, where a statement says that there has been a "clear violation of the rules".

"We are disappointed with the actions of these individuals who have jeopardized the return of professional football in Scotland," a spokesman said in a statement, according to the BBC.

Aberdeen FC announces that the club has started an investigation and that the players have been reminded of their responsibilities.

Aberdeen will play three league matches while the players are quarantined. Aberdeen will, despite the players' isolation and the city's closure, play Saturday's match against St Johnstone, according to the Scottish Football Association.