Hugo Lloris doesn't want 'cruel' denial of title for Liverpool | OneFootball

Hugo Lloris believes it would be “cruel” if Liverpool were to miss out on winning the Premier League as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Speaking to L’Equipe, the Tottenham goalkeeper said: “We are in a situation where everyone wants to finish and have the verdict of the field.

“It would be terrible if everything ended like that nine days before the end of the Premier League. It would also be cruel for Liverpool with the lead they have. They are almost champions.

The France international says any voiding of the season, or cancellation of the remaining games, would leave a sense of “unfinished business”.

He added that it would be especially disappointing to miss out on an exciting end to the season.

“As with everyone, there would be a taste of unfinished business. In addition, we are entering the most exciting period, the most beautiful moment of the season. Nobody wants it to end like this.”

The 33-year-old is not thrilled by the prospect of playing behind closed doors, but concedes that is a case of needs must in this unprecedented scenario.

“Football is not a sport behind closed doors. Without spectators, it is not the same discipline.

“This is not how I see football. We are here to gather, share our emotions. We all want full stadiums, with atmosphere, fans, colour and songs. But here, we must take the context into consideration.”

Lloris, who is captain of both Spurs and France, would have been looking forward to Euro 2020 had the tournament not been postponed until next summer.