Italian and global player associations, AIC and FIFPro, demand urgent dialogue with FIFA, criticizing the new Club World Cup and packed schedule for endangering player health and rights. They assert the need to prioritize human sustainability over profit.
Bayern's Jamal Musiala sustained a severe ankle injury in their Club World Cup loss to PSG. Coach Vincent Kompany was furious, and captain Manuel Neuer criticized Donnarumma's challenge and perceived disrespect, adding to Bayern's 2-0 defeat.