Italy's football federation approved on Friday changes to Serie A's league title and relegation play-offs which were introduced last season.

In a statement, the FIGC confirmed that should two teams finish on the same points at the top of the table the Scudetto would be decided in a one-match play-off.

However the rules now state that instead of the deciding match being played at a neutral venue it would be hosted by whichever team finishes in first place.

In Serie A whoever has the best head-to-head record between teams on the same points takes the higher position, after which come goal difference and goals scored if the teams still cannot be separated.

The showdown could be switched to whichever stadium hosts the Italian Cup final -- in recent years Rome's Stadio Olimpico -- if the Italian authorities decide it necessary on the basis of public order.

The relegation play-off, disputed by the teams which finish either side of the drop zone in 17th and 18th, will be a two-legged affair with the team higher in the table playing the second leg at home.

Last season Spezia were relegated by Verona in a one-off match after ending the regular season just outside the bottom three.

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The FIGC also said tiny Lecco would play in Serie B for the first time in half a century after deciding their bureaucratic troubles should not stop the club for registering in the second tier.

Lecco, based on the eastern leg of Lake Como, were promoted last month but don't have a stadium which meets Serie B's regulations so had to find an alternative site.

They had two days to submit documentation for Serie B after beating Foggia in the play-off final and missed the deadline.&nbsp;

But they were given a reprieve by the FIGC after demonstrating that they had approval to use Padova's stadium some 200 kilometres away in Italy's north-east.

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Italy's football federation approved on Friday changes to Serie A's league title and relegation play-offs which were introduced last season. In a statement, the FIGC confirmed that should two teams finish on the same points at the top of the table the Scudetto would be decided in a one-match play-off.

Italy's football federation approved on Friday changes to Serie A's league title and relegation play-offs which were introduced last season. In a statement, the FIGC confirmed that should two teams finish on the same points at the top of the table the Scudetto would be decided in a one-match play-off. However the rules now state that instead of the deciding match being played at a neutral venue it would be hosted by whichever team finishes in first place. In Serie A whoever has the best head-to-head record between teams on the same points takes the higher position, after which come goal difference and goals scored if the teams still cannot be separated. The showdown could be switched to whichever stadium hosts the Italian Cup final -- in recent years Rome's Stadio Olimpico -- if the Italian authorities decide it necessary on the basis of public order. The relegation play-off, disputed by the teams which finish either side of the drop zone in 17th and 18th, will be a two-legged affair with the team higher in the table playing the second leg at home. Last season Spezia were relegated by Verona in a one-off match after ending the regular season just outside the bottom three. ALSO READ | 'You can just text me': RR star replies to former cricketers, commentators criticising his game The FIGC also said tiny Lecco would play in Serie B for the first time in half a century after deciding their bureaucratic troubles should not stop the club for registering in the second tier. Lecco, based on the eastern leg of Lake Como, were promoted last month but don't have a stadium which meets Serie B's regulations so had to find an alternative site. They had two days to submit documentation for Serie B after beating Foggia in the play-off final and missed the deadline. But they were given a reprieve by the FIGC after demonstrating that they had approval to use Padova's stadium some 200 kilometres away in Italy's north-east. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Football: Serie A title and relegation play-offs to be rejigged by Italian FA

Several top Serie A clubs including Inter Milan and Juventus have suspended ticket sales for upcoming matches as soccer stadiums in Italy will be reduced to a maximum 50% capacity to fight rising coronavirus infections.

The sports ministry confirmed it had cut capacity for open-air sports events from 75% to 50% and for indoors events, the capacity has been cut to 35%, fleshing out the details of a decree on event restrictions announced on Wednesday night.

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Daily coronavirus cases have soared in Italy this week, reaching a record 98,030 on Wednesday, with the number of hospitalised patients rising.

The country’s top soccer league, Serie A, is currently on a two-week winter break, but a string of major clubs have halted the sale of tickets ahead of the return of league action on Jan. 6.

Champions Inter Milan released a statement on Thursday saying they have suspended ticket sales "while the club awaits further details".

Juventus have halted sales for their first three home games of 2022 against Napoli, Udinese and Sampdoria, while Napoli have done likewise for matches against Sampdoria, Fiorentina and their Europa League tie with Barcelona on Feb. 24.

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Roma stopped sales on Wednesday for their games against Juventus, Cagliari and Lecce, while Lazio subsequently suspended sales for their next game against Empoli.

Juventus’ home clash with Napoli and Roma’s trip to AC Milan are the two stand-out fixtures when Serie A returns in January, with all four clubs currently in the top six.

Several top Serie A clubs including Inter Milan and Juventus have suspended ticket sales for upcoming matches as soccer stadiums in Italy will be reduced to a maximum 50% capacity to fight rising coronavirus infections.

Several top Serie A clubs including Inter Milan and Juventus have suspended ticket sales for upcoming matches as soccer stadiums in Italy will be reduced to a maximum 50% capacity to fight rising coronavirus infections. The sports ministry confirmed it had cut capacity for open-air sports events from 75% to 50% and for indoors events, the capacity has been cut to 35%, fleshing out the details of a decree on event restrictions announced on Wednesday night. ALSO READ: Premier League: Manchester City beat Brentford to extend lead by 8 points, Chelsea held by Brighton Daily coronavirus cases have soared in Italy this week, reaching a record 98,030 on Wednesday, with the number of hospitalised patients rising. The country’s top soccer league, Serie A, is currently on a two-week winter break, but a string of major clubs have halted the sale of tickets ahead of the return of league action on Jan. 6. Champions Inter Milan released a statement on Thursday saying they have suspended ticket sales "while the club awaits further details". Juventus have halted sales for their first three home games of 2022 against Napoli, Udinese and Sampdoria, while Napoli have done likewise for matches against Sampdoria, Fiorentina and their Europa League tie with Barcelona on Feb. 24. ALSO READ: Manchester United must focus on getting better as a team not individuals, says manager Ralf Rangnick Roma stopped sales on Wednesday for their games against Juventus, Cagliari and Lecce, while Lazio subsequently suspended sales for their next game against Empoli. Juventus’ home clash with Napoli and Roma’s trip to AC Milan are the two stand-out fixtures when Serie A returns in January, with all four clubs currently in the top six.

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Football: Serie A title and relegation play-offs to be rejigged by Italian FA

Serie A: Clubs suspend ticket sales as Italy reduce stadium capacity to 50%