Courtois stands with Rodri in threatening to strike

Belgian Thibaut Courtois, Real Madrid goalkeeper, expressed his solidarity with Spanish Rodri, Manchester City star, who complained about the pressure of successive matches, which threatens to lead to a players' strike in the coming period. Courtois said in statements published by the "Football Spain" website: "Rodri is right, there are many matches. The spectator wants to see the best and we have to find a balance, there are many matches and there are more injuries. With the Nations League and the Club World Cup, matches are added." He added: "People say that we get a lot of money, let's not complain, and that is true, but we have to find a balance, because the best will not always be able to play, it is very difficult, and this is shown with those who go to the national teams. There is more fatigue and it is easier to get injured." Regarding the competition with Barcelona for the Spanish League title this season, Courtois explained: "We are four points behind Barcelona and every match is important. We have a group with great quality and we can fight for everything." "The season is very long and I hope we can win the league again in May. The team is united and it doesn't matter if you are 18 or 39 years old. In the dressing room everything is great. The new players have integrated perfectly. We have to improve, but we are getting better each time," the Real Madrid goalkeeper continued.