Neestrup: National team duty 'destroyed' Levi Garcia

Panathinaikos coach Jacob Neestrup publicly criticized the handling of forward Levi Garcia during the international break, stating the player was "destroyed" by his national team. Neestrup expressed his frustration during a press conference on Sunday. The Danish coach explained that Garcia, 29, from Trinidad and Tobago, was forced to play three consecutive matches after a long journey, which he deemed irresponsible. Neestrup noted that Garcia played 30 minutes against Olympiacos, featured against Borac, and was limited to 45 minutes today due to a pre-agreed fitness plan. Neestrup urged national teams to better manage players' bodies, emphasizing Garcia's importance to Panathinaikos as both a top striker and winger. He reiterated that his pre-arrival discussions with Garcia clearly outlined his positional roles at the club.