``It is strange that such a thing should happen to a professional who is so closely monitored without there being any warning signs. ''Fiorentina said Astori, who had played for the club since 2015, was ``hit by a sudden illness. Genoa and Cagliari were preparing to play in Serie A 's early game when the players were told of Astori's death. Football is the most popular sport but also the one that has to give special signs at this time. ``This news really hurt me and it's very difficult in this moment to find the right words for the family.

Source: Economic Times March 04, 2018 14:03 UTC