As the amount of football played continues to increase, so do the minutes for players under 23. But is playing so many games healthy at such a young age?
Over the past decade, the playing time of young players has risen by 55%.
Thanks to their fearlessness, speed, and skill on the ball, players under 23 are making a bigger impact in football. But is this dangerous for their development, and could being 'overplayed' lead to career-threatening injuries earlier than usual?