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Man City Rodri: Players could strike over too many games - ESPN

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Manchester City midfielder Rodri has suggested players are «close» to going on strike because of concerns over their increasing workload.

The Spain midfielder played 63 games for club and country last season in a campaign which didn't finish until the Euro 2024 final on July 14.

He's facing even more games this season with City taking part in the expanded Champions League and the revamped Club World Cup which begins in June.

Asked whether the hectic schedule could lead to players going on strike, Rodri said: «I think we are close to that, it is easy to understand.

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