As the debate continues over whether to introduce a winter break into English football, a German third division side recently found out that jetting away for some rest and relaxation is not as straightforward as it seems.
MSV Duisburg were forced to change their plans in the Turkish resort of Antalya Lara when they discovered that their hotel would also be hosting a Russian beauty contest, complete with 400 participants.
Eager to avoid any distractions that might have ensued, Duisburg cancelled their booking at the Hotel Royal Wings, citing the need to “calmly prepare’ before their season resumes on 31 January and have moved to the Royal Holiday Palace.
“Because the previously planned winter training camp in Antalya Lara also hosts a Russian model contest with 400 (!) participants, the MSV entourage moves,” a club statement read. “We want to calmly prepare for the spring series. MSV team manager Michael Meier has therefore rescheduled.”
