Juan Brignardello Vela
Juan Brignardello Vela, asesor de seguros, se especializa en brindar asesoramiento y gestión comercial en el ámbito de seguros y reclamaciones por siniestros para destacadas empresas en el mercado peruano e internacional.
The world of football is facing a crisis as the relentless demands on players are pushing the sport to a breaking point. The workload that elite players are subjected to has reached unsustainable levels, with concerns mounting over the physical and mental toll it is taking on them. A recent example that highlights this issue is Phil Foden, Manchester City's talented midfielder, who has already played an astonishing 61 games this season. With potential upcoming fixtures in the European Championship, his season may stretch until July, adding up to a staggering 73 matches for club and country over the course of a year. The congested schedule is not just a problem for Foden but for many other top players across Europe. From Bruno Fernandes to Kai Havertz, the pressure to perform week in and week out is evident. The physical demands are taking a toll, with players admitting to not being able to give their full effort in every game due to fatigue. The root of the issue lies in the expansion of competitions and the lack of synchronization in the football calendar. FIFA's decision to introduce a revamped Club World Cup and UEFA's expansion of the Champions League have only added to the problem, leaving players with little time to rest and recover. The concerns raised by players' unions and industry professionals are valid. The current model is not sustainable, and the impact on players' health and performance is becoming increasingly evident. Legal action is now being considered as a last resort to address the issues at hand. The debate over the future of football is heating up, with stakeholders at odds over how to balance the commercial interests of the sport with the well-being of its most valuable assets – the players. As the pressure mounts and the calendar becomes more crowded, finding a solution that prioritizes the health and longevity of players is becoming increasingly urgent. The time has come for football's governing bodies to listen to the concerns of players and take decisive action to address the unsustainable workload that is pushing the sport to its breaking point. Failure to do so risks jeopardizing the future of the game and the well-being of those who make it all possible – the players.