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Manchester City player criticizes the calendar and threat of the 2025 Club World Cup

The player revealed what athletes are thinking about the high load of games in the season

18 Set 2024 | 08:02 |

In his latest press conferences, coach Tite has harshly criticized the Brazilian calendar. However, the sequence of games has also generated debate in Europe. Manchester City (ING) steering wheel, Rodri revealed that some athletes plan to go on strike due to wear and tear.

"I think we're close to that (the strike). It's easy to understand. If you ask any other player, they'll say the same If it continues like this, there will come a time when we will have no other option. It's something that worries us because we are the guys who suffer", said Rodri, this Tuesday (17).

"In my humble opinion, opinion, I think it's too much. We or someone has to take care of us, because we are the main characters in this sport, or business, or whatever you want to call it. It's not all about money or marketing, it's also about the quality of the show. rested, I play better. If people want to see better football, we need to rest. When the number of games starts to increase, performance and quality decrease", added the Manchester City athlete.

CHANGES IN CALENDAR

UEFA has increased the number of Champions League games for the 2024/25 season. Thus, each team will have up to four more matches than previously. Furthermore, in June next year, the new FIFA Club World Cup will take place, which could further increase the number of matches.

At the end of 2023, Pep Guardiola, Rodri's coach, did not show excitement with the tournament. Therefore, there is a possibility that Manchester City will not take its main athletes to the competition.

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

Manchester City player criticizes the calendar and threat of the 2025 Club World Cup