MANCHESTER (AP) – Less is more. That is the message coming from within football at a time when demand for the sport has never been higher. At least, that’s the message from those on the frontline, who claim they are putting their bodies and minds at risk over the increased demands being placed upon them. […]
Less is more. Congested schedules, along with new and/or reformed competitions have raised concerns about the number of games the world's top players are being asked to play. Last season Manchester United and Portugal midfielder Bruno Fernandes made 70 appearances for club and country, including a run of 20 consecutive games.
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