South Africa went down 1-0 to Japan in their Olympic football opener on Thursday, after their squad was forced to isolate in the lead-up to the game.
A video analyst and two players — James Monyane and Kamohelo Mahlatsi — tested positive for coronavirus on Sunday, with 21 members of the team contingent named as close contacts the following day.
Strict anti-virus protocol meant they had to stay in their rooms and eat meals alone, and the team missed two training sessions until they were allowed to resume.
