"From the managers and players, we have shared our concerns for many years now that there are too many games, the schedule is overcrowded, and it's at a dangerous level for players physical and mental well-being" -- Manchester United D Raphael Varane, on the FA "ignoring player concerns and increasing player workload after new English football rules to avoid time wasting were introduced" (ESPN.com, 8/7).
"We’re excited to be in partnership in DAZN. ... For our global product that we distribute internationally, DAZN is a key partner. And obviously, with respect to PFL Europe, DAZN’s a strategic partner. They have an ownership position and we’re proud for PFL and DAZN to be bringing premium MMA to markets throughout Europe on their leading sports platform" -- PFL CEO Peter Murray, on the league's partnership with DAZN (DAILY MAIL, 8/7).
