FIFPRO has released 12 recommended safeguards for player wellbeing, including a four-week mandatory off-season break, following a comprehensive Delphi Study involving medical and performance experts. This study represents a collective agreement on safety standards in professional football, emphasizing the need for adequate rest periods to prevent excessive physical and mental strain on players. With the Club World Cup imminent, the recommendations come at a crucial juncture, particularly as high-profile players face limited preparation time for the upcoming 2025-26 season and the expanded FIFA World Cup.
FIFPRO recommends 12 safeguards, including a four-week break, following a study by medical experts to address player wellbeing in professional football.
The Delphi Study reveals consensus on safeguarding measures, including mandated off-season breaks and specific limits for academy players under 18.
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