2025/26 Premier League season opening fixtures delay requested by Manchester City and Chelsea for fixture congestion concerns, denied by the league.

Manchester City and Chelsea have requested a delay for their opening fixtures of the 2025/26 Premier League season due to heavy fixture congestion from the FIFA Club World Cup, which concludes on July 13, 2025. However, the Premier League has denied this request, raising concerns about player welfare and injury risks. Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola, confirmed the league's refusal and highlighted the challenges posed by the packed football calendar.

October 04, 2024
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