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PFA Blames ‘Crazy Calendar’ for Foden, Palmer Burnout

The Professional Footballers’ Association chief executive accused the congested football calendar of damaging players, explaining why Phil Foden and Cole Palmer missed the World Cup.

The PFA CEO said the packed schedule has taken a toll on players, noting that Foden and Palmer were unable to participate in this summer’s World Cup because of overwork. He highlighted new data showing that seven of the top ten most‑played players in Europe’s premier leagues are at English clubs, underscoring the intense demands placed on players. hiddenlangkawi.club