FIFPRO: Haaland’s machine start proves rest value

A FIFPRO report has found that top-level footballers are under increasing “mental stress” due to fixture workload, with

‘s “machine-like” start to the season with Manchester City proving the need for a prolonged period of rest.

Haaland, 24, has started the Premier League season with seven goals in three games for Pep Guardiola’s team after having a full summer break due to Norway’s failure to qualify for Euro 2024.