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Coronavirus: I miss football a lot – Nantes star Abeid

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Nantes midfielder Mehdi Abeid stated he misses football after Ligue 1 was suspended due to coronavirus fears.

The French top-flight was forced to a hiatus along with other major leagues around the world in an effort to curb the spread of the pandemic which has claimed thousands of lives.

The Algeria international revealed he is using the opportunity to spend some time with his family but admitted it has been difficult for him without football.

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"For everyone to have to stay at home without going out it is difficult, but necessary,” Abeid told France TV Sport.