Technology has permeated sport in numerous ways. With the global popularity of football, it should come as no surprise that in many instances, the game is at the forefront of technological innovation. In this clip, from the BBC’s technology show, BBC Click Manchester-based VR company Rezzil’s player22 technology is the focus of attention.
The issue of fixture congestion and player welfare, perhaps predictably, came back to the fore recently as it seems to at this time every year. Multiple managers, and most notably Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson, have spoken out about the demands on players during the festive period. The usual debates surrounding fatigue, recovery, and injury have now been heightened by squad depletion that has hit many teams due to Covid-19.
Recent comments from Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson has given player welfare a greater spotlight. Fixture congestion, injury, illness and obviously Covid-19 make his comments difficult to ignore.
Take a look at the video below to see SSA’s Dr Tom Brownlee discussing the matter with the BBC’s Olly Foster on Sports Day.
