:The Premier League will not postpone reigning champions Manchester City's opening games of the 2025-26 season to give players recovery time after the FIFA Club World Cup in the U.S., manager Pep Guardiola said.Elite clubs are increasingly concerned at the impact of an expanding global football calendar on we

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In a snub that is bound to only increase tensions, Manchester City‘s plea to the Premier League for the postponement of their season-opening matches next season has been flatly denied. The ruling could spell trouble for Pep Guardiola’s outfit, who fear player exhaustion due to their engagement in the FIFA Club World Cup. Given the tight schedule, the tournament kicks off in June, spans four weeks, and culminates with the final on July 13. It’s l…

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