'Bigger does not mean better' - why more matches is not for good of the game

In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why more matches in a shorter space of time might mean more injuries, and why the expansion of tournaments does not help players or fans.

February 20, 2026 114 views

'Bigger does not mean better' - why more matches is not for good of the game

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In his BBC Sport column, ex-Premier League boss Tony Pulis explains why more matches in a shorter space of time might mean more injuries, and why the expansion of tournaments does not help players or fans.

Originally published at BBC Sport

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