Steve Mandanda Mpidi is a French professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Marseille.
The 35-year-old returned a positive test on Wednesday, and has been withdrawn from the French squad to face Sweden and Croatia in upcoming UEFA Nations League clashes after returning a positive Covid-19 test, officials announced on Thursday.
According to the french team in a statement:
“The goalkeeper carried out a second PCR test during the day. This new test was also positive. Steve Mandanda will therefore not be able to participate in the match in Sweden.”