💬 Jules Kounde: “We’ve talked many times about the busy schedule and playing too many matches. I know that sometimes people find it hard to understand. “It’s true, we’re very lucky to do what we do. I consider myself fortunate, and I think others feel the same – to live well and make a living from our passion. “But I also believe it’s disrespectful to the club to schedule this match on this date. It doesn’t matter which club it is. Osasuna also had international players like Budimir, who I faced, and he didn’t get the necessary rest. The same goes for many other players, whether it’s Barcelona, Osasuna, or even Madrid when it happens to them. “I think beyond the disrespect to the clubs; it’s a lack of respect toward the players. “People need to understand we’re not machines. To deliver the level of play fans want – intense, competitive matches – we also need time to rest. “They can’t just set dates however they like. In the end, we haven’t complained because, as the coach said,...