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Wednesday’s briefing: Glasner eyes leaving gift and Madueke shifts focus

Phil Foden’s England omission brought the question of football’s gruelling schedule back on to the agenda.

The Independent UK

Phil Foden ‘victim of football’s crazy calendar’ – Maheta Molango

The Manchester City midfielder was named PFA Players’ Player of the Year in 2024 but was not selected for this summer’s World Cup.

The Independent UK

PFA calls out ‘crazy calendar’ as responsible for Cole Palmer and Phil Foden burnout

Maheta Molango, the chief executive of the Professional Footballers’ Association, said it’s ‘not the version of Phil Foden we saw two years ago’

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World Cup 2026 expansion raises debate: More teams, more games, but is football losing its edge?

The upcoming World Cup features more teams and games, sparking debate about its impact. While FIFA aims for global reach, concerns exist about diluted quality and player endurance. Despite potential drawbacks, the tournament anticipates significant revenue. Interest in international football remains strong, suggesting continued fan engagement with the expanded format.

The Economic Times

World Cup 2026 will be the biggest ever. But expansion comes with its perils for players and fans

Many have warned about the impact on top players being asked to play more and more football

The Independent UK

FIFA's big experiment may have made the World Cup too big for its own good

The World Cup expands with more teams and games. This raises questions about quality and player fatigue. FIFA believes this growth makes the sport global. New teams debut, offering dream opportunities. Concerns exist about player health and the value of scarcity. More games mean more revenue for FIFA. Fan interest…

The Economic Times

PFA chief raises fresh concerns over ‘shattered’ players as he admits fans are not getting value for money

Maheta Malongo believes fans are not seeing players like Cole Palmer at their best because they are ‘shattered’

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‘Even bankers aren’t taking that much’: Bosman at 30 and what the future holds for transfers

Revolution is still being sought three decades after the landmark free-transfer ruling with a Dutch lawyer calling for a collective bargaining agreement for players

The Guardian - UK

‘Inevitable’—Players, Clubs Threaten Legal Action Against Premier League Over New Rules

Proposed spending rules in the Premier League which could be implemented in the near future have caused quite a stir.

Sports Illustrated

Saturday’s briefing: Kane becomes Bayern centurion and Palmer ruled out

Kane hit a double to bring up his ton in just 104 games.

The Independent UK

The tension has been escalating – PFA chief feels strike threat not gone away

Many players will have shortened off-seasons due to the Club World Cup.

The Independent UK

PFA chief Molango voices concern over effects of post-season tours on players

The PFA chief executive Maheta Molango has voiced concern over post-season tours and the added workload they put on players after a packed campaign

The Guardian - UK

Diarra verdict a landmark day which could alter balance of football power

There may not be wholesale reform but the ruling by the court of justice of the EU over transfers makes change more likely

The Guardian - UK

New Club World Cup explained: Format, teams and why it’s controversial

A vastly expanded competition is set to play havoc on the club football schedule

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‘Real eye opener’: PFA’s training camp keeps released players fighting fit

The project provides those without a club an opportunity to stay in shape as they attempt to earn new contracts elsewhere in the football pyramid

The Guardian - UK

Loophole encouraging sale of academy talent is ‘nonsensical’, says PFA

Maheta Molango, the PFA’s chief executive, criticised the loophole that encourages clubs to sell academy products in order to balance the books

The Independent UK

Footballers’ unions take legal action against FIFA over ‘unworkable’ calendar

PFA chief executive Maheta Molango says football cannot be “exempt” from labour laws.

International Business Times UK

Are more footballers set to suffer from burnout? PFA Chief Warns Of Consequences

The intense load footballers have to endure nowadays is destroying the spectacle of the game according to PFA Chief Executive, Maheta Molango.

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Manchester City claim last Fifa Club World Cup before glitzy revamp

Manchester City supporters can now join those of their cross-town rivals Manchester United in singing the boast: "We've won it all."

The National (Scotland)

FIFA criticised over player welfare following expanded Club World Cup plan

FIFA have been criticised over player welfare following their expanded Club World Cup plans.

The Independent UK

Fifa criticised over player welfare concerns following expanded Club World Cup plan

World football’s governing body set out further detail about the 2025 tournament on Sunday

The Independent UK

The money is helping families now – Penny Watson praises new dementia fund

The Brain Health Fund, set up by the PFA and the Premier League, has made £1million available to support affected ex-players.

The Independent UK

Fund for footballers suffering from dementia launched by PFA and Premier League

Former players affected by neurodegenerative disease, and their families, will be able to apply for financial support.

The Independent UK

We are sleepwalking into a disaster – PFA chief worried about demands on players

Premier League matches are set to last comfortably longer than 100 minutes on average in the season ahead.

The Independent UK

PFA chief says new approach to added time ‘changing game we fell in love with’

Referees in competitions around the world have been instructed to more accurately measure time lost to stoppages this season.

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