Why Chesterfield FC has had to raise their 'Covid-19 alert level'

The National League has confirmed that Weymouth’s squad has gone into ‘full isolation’ until November 16 and, as a result, their match against Wrexham on November 14 has been postponed.

Weymouth played Stockport County last weekend (October 31) and Chesterfield then played the Hatters on Wednesday night in the replayed FA Cup tie.

“As a consequence, Stockport County and Chesterfield have been fully advised and in line with league policy, each has been advised to raise their Covid alert level as deemed appropriate,” the National League said in a statement.

“The league’s policy is always driven by medical advice and will continue to be our highest priority in every circumstance involving a Covid-19 event.”

At this stage there is no suggestion that Chesterfield’s next match against Maidenhead United on November 14 will have to be postponed.