FIFPRO: 'Risk to player health rising' DW 09/29/2025
Calendar congestion, compressed off-seasons, heavy travel and extreme heat are increasing player workloads and injury risk, threatening availability for major tournaments.
Achraf Hakimi: A player pushed to the limit DW 09/29/2025
Achraf Hakimi endured extreme physical strain, playing 69 matches (6,371 minutes) last season with only a 22-day off-season, risking overload beyond recommended rest.
Liverpool have not asked for 'happy' Alexander Isak's playing time to be reduced while away with Sweden
Alexander Isak joined Liverpool for a British record fee, is happy training with Sweden, and Sweden will manage his minutes with no instructions received from Liverpool.