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Players want to fix the broken football calendar. But why not dream bigger? | Jonathan Liew
If the megastars of the men’s game were to lead a movement for all players, they could truly transform the sportThe distant strains of The Internationale can be heard on the approach to the Etihad Stadium. Outside, partially obscured by banners and placards, Rodri and Erling Haaland are in high-vis jackets, gathering around a smouldering brazier for warmth. Locals arrive every few minutes bearing trays of hot tea and buttered scones. Passing motorists parp their horns in solidarity.A chant goes up. “What do we want?” There is no reply for several seconds. Then a thin voice from the back of the huddle pipes up. “Um … maybe get rid of the Carabao Cup?” Continue reading...
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