Barcelona, Spain – On Saturday, April 19, 2025, FC Barcelona expressed serious discomfort with the schedule criteria set by LaLiga and the Royal Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). The club announced plans to file a formal complaint against these governing bodies due to concerns for player welfare amid a congested match calendar.
FC Barcelona’s coach, voicing the club’s concerns, remarked that the needs of teams participating in multiple competitions during the season’s final stretch are not being prioritized. The statement emphasized that while organizing a busy fixture list is challenging, the club expects better communication and consideration from football authorities.
“We believe that the governing officials should be more considerate of teams like ours, which are striving across LaLiga, Copa del Rey, and the Champions League,” the coach stated on Friday. FC Barcelona reiterated that this is a recurring issue, noting that they have routinely raised concerns over the overwhelming match schedules.
In their mission to protect players, who the club labels the true stars of football, FC Barcelona plans to engage formally with regulatory bodies to advocate for a more logical sporting calendar. They highlighted the negative effects of inadequate rest periods between intense fixtures, compared to the treatment given to clubs in leagues such as the Premier League.
Barcelona’s discomfort isn’t new; throughout the season, the club has raised alarms about repetitive fixture congestion and insufficient recovery time for players. They stress that this challenge was not adequately addressed and will be closely monitored moving forward, ensuring that any updates regarding their complaint will be communicated promptly.
As the club pushes for change, they aim to create a safer and more balanced environment for their athletes as they navigate through a critical phase of the season. The call for action reflects FC Barcelona’s commitment to fostering the well-being of players in a demanding football landscape.
