Along with the risks for players, there are also issues surrounding the safety of fans coming to and from the games - and Strachan is far from being alone in calling for a break. Ahead of tomorrow's match with Falkirk, Strachan said: "I would like it. If you asked most managers and physios, there are a lot of niggling injuries at this time, especially with the rain we have had recently.
"But, in saying that, look at the pitch last week - we used to play on pitches like that for 60 per cent of the season, so it is not a huge problem. I don't know how long it should be but I think a nice break would be handy for everybody. The cash-flow is the problem, I don't think a lot of clubs could do without the cash-flow.
" While the idea of a break will continue to be talked about, there seems little likelihood that there will ever be one. Given the SPL's requirement that all grounds in the league have undersoil heating, less matches are called-off now than ever - although it is essential the officials put the safety of both the players and fans first. Outside of the SPL there could be more of an argument for a break, as so many matches are postponed at this time of year.
The main problem, though, is that it seems unlikely for the SFL and SPL seasons to be vastly different to each other. Perhaps Scotland should follow the example of the Eircom League across the water. Since starting their season earlier to avoid the coldest part of the year, Irish clubs - notably Derry City this season - have arguably performed better in Europe.
If a way can be found to ensure no clubs are out of pocket, then have a break - but not at the expense of lower-league clubs in this country as the game is in a bad enough state as it is.
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