The manager of a Dutch Second Division side denied promotion to the Eredivisie by the decision to end the season has hit out at the ruling, accusing the Dutch FA (KNVB) of ‘asking turkeys how they feel about Christmas’.
Mike Snoei, head coach at second-placed De Graafschap, had led his side to within touching distance of the top flight.
De Graafschap were seven points clear of third with nine games to play, with the top two securing automatic promotion.
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However, the decision has been made to end the season with the current league tables deemed final – but without any champions, promotion or relegation.