Italian football chief ready to finish season in August
All sport in Italy has been suspended until April 3
as a result of the coronavirus pandemic which has forced the
postponement of Euro 2020 and the Tokyo Olympics.
"We will do everything to complete the
championships, if necessary we will ask for the support of UEFA and FIFA
to go beyond June 30 and play also in July or August," Gravina told
Radio Marte.
"It's premature to think of a date,
but we must think positively, also for the health of Italians and hope
that this situation will end as soon as possible."
The FIGC chief had last week expressed his hope that the championship could resume on the weekend of May 2.
A meeting is scheduled Thursday between the
representatives of the Italian league, FIGC, the players' union, coaches
and the government to evaluate the future.
"There are many issues," said Gravina.
As for the suspended championship, Gravina
rejected either cancelling or assigning the title as the table stands
where champions Juventus were leading by a point when the season was
halted.
"This would lead to an unpleasant scenario. As long as possible, I will continue to reject these options."
Italian football chief ready to finish season in August
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