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Serie A club boss threatens boycott

Football around the world - expect Belarus - has been put on hold due to the coronavirus, especially in Italy where the outbreak continues to grow.

Italian football has no return date at the this time, but Cellino insists he will not field a team in protest of the decision.

"This season doesn't make sense any more," Cellino said, according to The World Game.

"We've stopped, no team will return as before, the matches will be behind closed doors, plus there's a risk to the health of the athletes.

"For me, to go back to business is pure madness. If they force us to play, I'd be willing to not field the team and lose the matches 3-0 out of respect for the citizens of Brescia and their loved ones who are no longer there."

He added,"It's arrogant and irresponsible.

"My speech is primarily based on two pillars: respect for health and safety of the footballing system. After losing this season, we will also ruin the next one, that would be decisive to start again."

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