(Reuters) - Juventus coach Andrea Pirlo believes Serie A title rivals Inter Milan could benefit from the consequences of a COVID-19 outbreak, as their national team players are set to stay in Italy during the coming international break. Inter said in a statement that their players would be prohibited from responding to call-ups to their national teams, a decision that Pirlo, whose Juve side host Benevento on Sunday, believes could help the league leaders. "Unfortunately, it happens at a positive moment for Inter, who will have the opportunity to work without sending their players to the national teams. "Tomorrow is an important match because it comes before the international break, when heads can turn towards the national team or days off. "Ronaldo still has one year on his contract and therefore we are happy he can continue playing with us," Pirlo said.

Source: The Star March 20, 2021 15:52 UTC