Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland has voiced his concerns over the intense football schedule, hinting at his support for lingering player strike threats amid growing unrest among top-level players.
Last month, Haaland's colleague Rodri revealed that top players had discussed the possibility of striking if demands for a reduced workload were not met.
Notably, Rodri has since sustained a knee injury ruling him out for the season. Entering the ever-intensifying dialogue, Haaland has cautioned the sport's authorities about the unforgiving nature of the current footballing calendar.
Despite starting the season invigorated after missing out on Euro 2024, Haaland underlines the necessity of sufficient breaks between tournaments. ALSO READ: Man City star Erling Haaland breaks silence on Gabriel flashpoint ALSO READ: Erling Haaland shows true colours with box office media answers In the thick of participating in the Champions League and with the new FIFA Club World Cup also on the horizon, Haaland has issued a warning to governing bodies like FIFA, UEFA and the Premier League about the critical need for player rest and recuperation.
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