Jurgen Klopp, now head of global soccer at Red Bull, has strongly criticized the Club World Cup, calling it the "worst idea ever implemented in football". His concerns center around player welfare, particularly the increased fixture congestion that offers no real opportunities for players to recover physically or mentally. Klopp argues that while the tournament promises significant financial rewards, it disproportionately affects clubs without ample resources. This year's tournament, which included 32 teams and 48 matches, highlighted ongoing issues in player workload, a concern echoed by the global players' union Fifpro.
It's all about the game and not the surrounding events - and that's why the Club World Cup is the worst idea ever implemented in football in this regard.
There is insane money for participating, but it's also not for every club. Last year it was the Copa [America] and the European Championship, this year it's the Club World Cup, and next year the World Cup.
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