Colombian players to strike over work conditions
Briefly

Over 1,000 football players in Colombia have decided to strike after failing to reach an agreement on several key issues between the players' union, FIFPRO, and the country's football governing bodies, including the FCF and Dimayor League. While initial partial agreements were made, the subsequent negotiations did not satisfy the players' union regarding important topics like the players' statute and TV rights. A substantial majority, 87% of the voting players, supported the strike, reflecting significant discontent over their working conditions.
More than 1,000 football players in Colombia have voted to strike after failing to reach an agreement with the country's football federation and Dimayor League over working conditions.
FIFPRO reported a failure to reach agreement on key issues including the players' statute, TV rights participation, and discrimination protocols.
The players union expressed dissatisfaction as negotiations did not meet expectations, leading to a high strike vote among the members.
Despite previous partial agreements, 87% of players from the top divisions voted for the strike, indicating significant discontent with current conditions.
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