Is More Football Always Better? Veteran Manager Tony Pulis Argues Against Expansion
Former Premier League manager Tony Pulis argues that the increasing number of matches, particularly for clubs competing in Europe, is detrimental to player welfare and the quality of the game. He points to the physical demands placed on players and criticizes the expansion of competitions like the World Cup and Champions League as prioritizing revenue over player health and competitive integrity.
Pulis advocates for protecting elite players and suggests a more balanced approach to scheduling, drawing parallels with the NFL’s model of one game per week.