This archive report was first published on 10 June 2020.
On June 10, 2020, a planned friendly match between Manchester United and Stoke City was abruptly cancelled due to a COVID-19 diagnosis.
Stoke City's manager, Michael O'Neill, had arrived at Manchester United's Carrington training base on Tuesday with his team, only to discover he had tested positive for the virus.
According to a club statement, O'Neill had tested negative in the previous five rounds of testing but was diagnosed with COVID-19 on June 8.
As a result, O'Neill will undergo a period of isolation, while continuing to be in regular virtual contact with his coaching staff and players.
Assistant manager Billy McKinlay will take charge of the team for their upcoming match against Reading on June 20, when the Championship resumes after a three-month suspension.
Stoke City are currently three points above the relegation zone with nine games remaining in the season.
