Fiorentina host Inter in a rearranged fixture on the Stadio Artemio Franchi on Thursday evening, however the recreation will start with a throw-in, with the clock beginning on the seventeenth minute. Right here’s why.
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Why Fiorentina vs. Inter begins in minute 17
Fiorentina-Inter , however was deserted within the seventeenth minute after Edoardo Bove collapsed on the pitch. He was rushed to hospital, admitted to intensive care and was discharged 12 days later after having an inner defibrillator fitted.
This Thursday was the primary accessible slot for the sport to be replayed.
As is customary when Serie A matches are deserted halfway by, the sport will restart precisely the place it left off, which on this occasion, might be a Fiorentina throw-in within the seventeenth minute.
There are additionally strict rules over which gamers are eligible to play. Adjustments to the matchday squad and beginning XI are permitted, however gamers who joined the groups after the unique fixture kicked off will not be allowed to play.
Meaning no Nicola Zalewski for the Nerazzurri, and no Pablo Mari, Nicolo Fagioli, Michael Folorunsho, Cher Ndour or Nicolo Zaniolo for the Viola. All of these gamers switched groups through the January switch window.
‘Kick-off’ is due at 19.45 GMT.