The club World Cup, in its new format, started twelve days ago. For some, the competition, which is currently taking place in the United States, is seen as a boon, allowing the clubs of the various continents to measure each other during this summer period. For others, however, it constitutes above all an additional factor of fatigue for players.
Present at a press conference before the shock against Juventus this Thursday, the Manchester City midfielder Rodri, back since May after a break in the right knee ligaments in September, delivered his feelings on this international competition.
Rodri's turnaround
The Golden Ball 2024, which had nevertheless denounced a calendar too busy before its injury, was finally favorable to this new formula. “The idea is great, honestly. I think we are enthusiastic. We see the difference between clubs around the world. It's good and interesting for people ”said the Spaniard.
In the event of success against Juventus, Rodri and his teammates would finish at the top of group H. They could then face the second in group G, namely Real Madrid, RB Salzburg or Al-Hilal.
