France and Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate has become the latest high-profile footballer to voice concerns about the grueling fixture schedule, expressing support for potential player strikes to address the issue. Konate’s statement comes after Manchester City midfielder Rodri, who suffered a season-ending injury shortly after warning of potential player action, reignited the debate on player welfare and the intense calendar. The expanding European club competitions and the FIFA international match calendar have contributed to the problem, leading to a record number of back-to-back domestic matches in England.