Son Heung-Min stated that players were being overburdened this season, similar to a comment made by Man City star Rodri. (via APNews)
Tottenham skipper Son Heung-Min blasted out at football bodies for the increasing number of fixtures in this season. Moreover, he criticized the inflated workload on players, and urged football authorities to take the issue seriously.
Son Heung-Min is among the long list of players who have spoken out against the increased number of matches and the additional workload on players. This is owing to the recent change in the UCL format, from the group stage one to a new league phase, alongside the revamped FIFA Club World Cup format. He echoed the concerns, similarly put forward by Manchester City midfielder Rodri, who most recently suffered a season-ending injury, over the increased workload on players.
Highlighting fatigue and player congestion as major issues, Son backed the other Premier League stars who spoke on this issue. He stated that fans should enjoy the season with limited matches, but with fewer number of injured players, and quality play, rather than overburdening the players. Stating that the players are not ‘robots’ and need to keep travelling for matches, he informed that reduction in matches would help players in balancing their mentality as well as their physicality.
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A lot of players came out and said the right things… We are not robots, so I think we just definitely have to look after that and definitely reduce the games and play a better quality of game.
Moreover, he urged for football’s apex bodies, UEFA, FIFA and the FA to consider the issues. Not only Son, but Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou also spoke to reporters about player welfare, as well as the need for prolonged breaks between seasons.
Son Heung-Min reveals teammate Rodrigo Bentancur was in tears when he apologized for racist remark
Rodrigo Bentancur was charged by the FA for alleged misconduct, after the midfielder aimed a racist remark on teammate Son Heung-Min, criticizing his Asian origin. The 27-year-old has, however, apologized to the Korean forward for his comments, on Uruguayan television.
Son Heung-Min revealed that teammate Rodrigo Bentancur was moved to tears while apologizing for racist remark. (via X)
The Spurs skipper opened up about his interaction with Bentancur, and stated that the midfielder was moved to tears while apologizing. Moreover, Son expressed his admiration for him and highlighted the memories that they share together, since they started playing. He also added that Bentancur had realized his mistake, and the players had to move on from the incident.
I love Rodrigo, I love him… When we came back for pre-season, he felt really sorry and he almost cried when he apologized publicly and personally as well. He felt like he was really sorry.
Son Heung-Min said at the press conference
"I love Rodrigo, he apologised straight away."
Heung-min Son comments on Rodrigo Bentancur, who was charged by the FA for using a racial slur about the Tottenham captain.pic.twitter.com/NK32ScXrmd
In case the FA finds him guilty, the former Juventus midfielder could be handed a lengthy suspension for his comments, and also be slapped with a hefty fine. The FA verdict on the incident is yet to arrive, with many awaiting for it.
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