Jurgen Klopp angrily criticizes TV companies for their lack of understanding of football, as Liverpool manager is once again frustrated with scheduling.
Jurgen Klopp has criticized the decision to schedule Liverpool’s match against Manchester City for 12.30pm after the international break. He expressed concerns about travel fatigue and the timing’s impact on the players, particularly those involved in World Cup qualifiers. Klopp’s frustration is justified, and the schedule seems unreasonable given the circumstances.
Jurgen Klopp has expressed his disapproval towards the decision to schedule a lunchtime match between his Liverpool side and Manchester City. The match, set to take place at 12:30pm a week from Saturday, comes immediately after the international break and will be broadcasted on TNT Sports. Despite his team’s recent victory, Klopp is concerned about the potential for travel fatigue to impact the quality of the match. He questioned the timing of the game, expressing disbelief at the decision-making process and emphasizing the significance of the match. Additionally, he highlighted the busy schedule facing players from both clubs, who will also be participating in World Cup 2026 qualifiers. Klopp emphasized the challenges of preparing for matches in the demanding Premier League and criticized the scheduling of the match for Saturday at 12:30pm.