The upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, with its expanded 32-team format, is set to take place in the U.S. in June 2025. This expansion has drawn criticism from FIFPRO and the World Leagues Forum over concerns regarding player workloads, mental health, and insufficient recovery time. Reports indicate that many players, including Federico Valverde of Real Madrid, are already facing excessive match schedules. The WLF has expressed frustration over its exclusion from FIFA's decision-making process, highlighting a broader discontent within the football community about the impact of this expanded tournament on players' welfare.
FIFPRO has raised alarms about the FIFA Club World Cup's expansion to 32 teams, citing an increase in players' workload, mental health concerns, and lack of recovery time.
The World Leagues Forum expressed dissatisfaction over being excluded from FIFA's discussions regarding the Club World Cup, especially with growing concerns about player fatigue.
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