A FIFPRO report has found that top-level footballers are under increasing “mental stress” due to fixture workload, with Erling Haaland’s “machine-like” start to the season with Manchester City proving the need for a prolonged period of rest.
A second-half Alexis Mac Allister penalty helped Liverpool salvage a point against Manchester City in a 1-1 blockbuster at Anfield on Sunday that leaves Arsenal top of the table.