Nottingham Forest manager Vitor Pereira has called on the Premier League to assist teams competing in European tournaments. Speaking before his side's match against Everton, Pereira suggested that the league should ease fixture schedules to help clubs manage the physical demands of continental competition, per Sky Sports. The manager noted that English teams often face disadvantageous turnarounds compared to their counterparts in other European leagues.
Forest currently sit in 15th place in the Premier League table with 34 points from 31 matches, according to the Premier League. The club has faced a busy period following their involvement in the UEFA Conference League. Pereira stated that protecting the welfare of players is essential for maintaining the competitiveness of English football on the international stage. He argued that more flexible scheduling would allow for better recovery times between domestic and European fixtures. The Premier League has not yet issued a formal response to these comments, which were reported by The Guardian.
