Klopp Criticizes Expanded Club World Cup

Jürgen Klopp, the new head of global soccer for Red Bull, criticized the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, calling it 'useless' and highlighting the excessive demands placed on players already burdened by a crowded schedule. He expressed concern that winning the tournament would mean being the 'poorest winners of all time,' as players would have to compete through the summer without a break. Klopp underscored the rising number of injuries in European football and advocated for a reduction in the number of games or an increase in squad sizes. He suggested that fans should engage with other sports during football breaks, emphasizing the need for a more balanced sports calendar. Despite Red Bull Salzburg's participation in the tournament, Klopp maintained his stance against its expansion, calling for better consideration of players' well-being.