FIFA's Club World Cup Clashes with Women's Euro 2025, Sparking Concerns

Critics argue the overlap could hinder the growth of women's football and increase player burnout, amid a lack of consultation with players.

FIFA's new 32-team men's Club World Cup in the USA is scheduled to overlap with UEFA's Women's Euros in 2025, raising concerns about player burnout and competition for attention.
The Club World Cup will run from June 15 to July 13, overlapping with the Women's Euros, which will run from July 2 to 27.
Critics argue that the scheduling clash could detract from the growth of women's football, which has seen a surge in popularity following the Euro 2022 in England and the 2023 World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.
Players have voiced concerns about the increasing demands of modern football, with Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva criticizing the lack of consultation with players and the risk of injuries due to lack of rest.
Global players' union FIFPRO has criticized FIFA's decision, stating that the increased load on players from travel and matches has led to increased mental and physical problems for players at the top level.