Richard Masters, the head of the Premier League, has acknowledged the possibility of a shift in the league’s stance against taking games to the United States. This comes as FIFA is currently reviewing its regulations regarding domestic games being played on the territory of another member federation, a practice that has previously been prohibited. The league had previously proposed a 39th round of matches to be played abroad in 2008, but faced significant opposition from fans and pressure from FIFA. Masters criticized FIFA for its lack of consultation over the introduction of the proposed international competition.

He also revealed that players are concerned about the additional pressures that such expansion would bring. When questioned about the potential for players to take matters into their own hands, Masters expressed that the situation is reaching a critical point. He emphasized the feedback received from players, highlighting concerns about the excessive amount of football being played and the constant expansion. Masters underscored that while the Premier League has remained unchanged in its structure, the landscape of international and regional football competitions has evolved significantly over the past few decades.

He expressed the league’s pride in maintaining its distinctive characteristics, such as having two cup competitions and determining the size of the league. He compared the current situation to pouring more liquid into an already full cup, leading to overflow. This not only impacts the calendar but also the players’ ability to perform at their best in the competitions they aspire to participate in. Furthermore, the text ends with a mention of special offers, promotions, and advertisements being extended to community members, with an option to opt out if desired.