England football icon Stuart Pearce has launched a scathing attack on the Premier League, branding their lack of support for the national team as a 'disgrace'. The former Three Lions defender didn't hold back in his criticism of top-flight clubs prioritising their own interests over country.
Fixture Chaos Sparks Outrage
Pearce's furious comments come as England's preparations for upcoming international fixtures face disruption due to Premier League scheduling. 'It's about time the Premier League started supporting the national team,' Pearce fumed. 'The current situation is nothing short of embarrassing.'
Club vs Country Debate Reignited
The passionate pundit highlighted how other European leagues make concessions for their national sides, while England continues to struggle with the age-old club versus country conflict. 'Look at how Germany, France and Spain operate - they understand the importance of international football,' Pearce added.
Pearce's Solution to the Crisis
The former England caretaker manager proposed radical changes to the football calendar:
- A mandatory winter break to protect player welfare
- Earlier cut-off for Premier League fixtures before internationals
- Greater cooperation between FA and top-flight clubs
Pearce warned: 'Unless something changes, we'll keep seeing England players arrive at tournaments exhausted before a ball is kicked.' His emotional plea has reignited debate about football's priorities in England.
