Bayer Leverkusen coach Xabi Alonso said he understands the criticism from players over the packed football schedule and that they have to be heard. This week, Manchester City midfielder Rodri suggested players could strike over the increasing fixture congestion. “I understand Rodri and the other players. I understand that there’s a moment in which players feel that there are too many games,” Alonso said on Friday. “The players must be heard, they have to take part in these decisions,” the former midfielder stressed. When asked whether players could refuse to play, Alonso said: “I think we’re c…