Chelsea's Cucurella Slams Packed Schedule: 'Too Many Games'

Marc Cucurella - Footballers Not Robots, Fixture Congestion Must Change

“We're not robots...”

Chelsea's Marc Cucurella critiques fixture congestion, citing player injuries and burnout.

Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has spoken out against the overwhelming number of games in the football calendar. In an interview with Cope, Cucurella expressed concern for player welfare.

Cucurella's Concerns:

“There are too many games. We're not robots. We can see how many injuries... now Carvajal and Rodri, that's bad.”

The Spanish defender's words echo the sentiments of many in the football community. Will authorities address the issue, or will players continue to suffer?

Chelsea's stance on fixture congestion

Chelsea's stance on fixture congestion is a pressing concern, especially considering the team's recent schedules. Enzo Maresca Chelsea's former head coach, acknowledged the issue, emphasizing that managing player recovery and preparation is crucial when dealing with congested fixtures.

The Premier League has also discussed potential fixture changes to alleviate congestion, but no official updates have been announced.

Factors Contributing to Fixture Congestion:

Multiple Competitions: Participating in various domestic and international tournaments, such as the Premier League, Champions League, and FA Cup, contributes to the congested schedule.

Scheduling Conflicts: Coinciding international breaks and domestic cup competitions can exacerbate fixture congestion.

Player Welfare: Managing player recovery, training, and match preparation is essential to mitigate the effects of fixture congestion.

As the debate surrounding fixture congestion intensifies, Cucurella's voice joins the chorus demanding change.

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