Football Overload: The Hidden Toll of Too Many Matches on Players' Health"

Football is more than just game for people around the world, as the most played sport in the world there has been rapid changes in the format of the game. But the new format of the game has been causing high amount of distress and injuries for the players, the football calendar has become increasingly packed, with players often participating in multiple matches per week across various competitions.. This congested schedule is raising significant concerns about its impact on players' physical and mental well-being. Research indicates that congested fixture schedules expose players to a higher incidence of match injuries.

Mental health concerns is another major problem that we should look into, the players, staffs and other people are deeply affected mentally due to the high workload. A report by FIFPRO highlights that overlapping competition schedules and elevated individual workload demands can adversely affect players' mental well-being, careers, and personal lives.

Prominent figures in football have voiced concerns over the demanding schedules. Manchester city manager Pep Guardiola, many players including the latest ballon d'or winner Rodri is an another example of those people who are lashing out or raising concerns over the new formats.

Football is transforming into a game where the fittest will survive. The players like Cristiano Ronaldo who is considered as the greatest footballer to play the game is a prime example of it as he is at is 40's and still topping the top goal scorer charts in the Saudi pro league.