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'Today we all lose' - Serie C side Casertana furious over being forced to play with nine men after Covid-19 outbreak

Serie C side Casertana have hit out at the authorities and their opponents after they were forced to play Sunday's match against Viterbese with nine men.

Casertana registered as many as 15 positive cases of Covid-19 prior to the encounter but were told they must play or face sanctions.

The club claimed, even, that some of those who took to the field were showing symptoms of coronavirus, but had returned negative tests prior to kick-off.

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A hard-hitting statement from the club reads: “These are difficult days, full of fear and concern for all Casertana FC members as well as for their families.