“39th game is wrong” declares Rafa

February 15, 2008 · By Redneck · Jump to comments

Rafa Benitez has spoke out in strong opposition to the Premier League’s decision to look into the possibility of adding a “39th game” to the current league fixture list, which is to be played overseas starting in 2011.

“I don’t like it, I think to play another game in another country is not right for this competition. You must play here in England with the same opportunities for everyone.” Rafa told The Times.

“I’ve talked to Rick Parry about it and we think the idea is not the best.”

“The seeding idea is the reason I don’t like it, it’s important to give everyone the same opportunities.” he said.”If it’s just about money, you can organise a tournament in Hong Kong with the top four if you want and you’ll have the money that you want, but to change the competition in this way is not fair.

“It’s not a good idea and I don’t think it’s a solution for anyone.” he added.