European football chiefs slam FIFA over scheduleFIFPRO and European Leagues take legal action against FIFA over calendar abuse, highlighting player workload issues and the necessity for reform.
FIFA faces complaint over health risks to footballers amid packed calendarEuropean Leagues and FIFPRO are filing an antitrust complaint against FIFA over player health risks linked to an overcrowded international match calendar.
FIFPRO study: Football must obey safety standardProfessional football is violating safety standards and legal frameworks, impacting player wellbeing, according to a new report by KU Leuven.
FIFPRO launch legal action against FIFA over packed schedule DW 06/13/2024FIFA faces legal action for unilaterally expanding the 2025 Club World Cup, affecting players' guaranteed breaks.
Players union sues FIFA over packed intl. scheduleFIFPRO files legal claim against FIFA for the Club World Cup schedule.
Legal complaint filed against Fifa's 'abuse of dominance'Fifpro and European leagues are legally challenging FIFA's dominance over the international fixture calendar, highlighting player welfare concerns.
European football chiefs slam FIFA over scheduleFIFPRO and European Leagues take legal action against FIFA over calendar abuse, highlighting player workload issues and the necessity for reform.
FIFA faces complaint over health risks to footballers amid packed calendarEuropean Leagues and FIFPRO are filing an antitrust complaint against FIFA over player health risks linked to an overcrowded international match calendar.
FIFPRO study: Football must obey safety standardProfessional football is violating safety standards and legal frameworks, impacting player wellbeing, according to a new report by KU Leuven.
FIFPRO launch legal action against FIFA over packed schedule DW 06/13/2024FIFA faces legal action for unilaterally expanding the 2025 Club World Cup, affecting players' guaranteed breaks.
Players union sues FIFA over packed intl. scheduleFIFPRO files legal claim against FIFA for the Club World Cup schedule.
Legal complaint filed against Fifa's 'abuse of dominance'Fifpro and European leagues are legally challenging FIFA's dominance over the international fixture calendar, highlighting player welfare concerns.
FIFPro wants mandatory breaks in women's calendarFIFPro calls for mandatory off-seasons and breaks to protect players from workload overload.
Time for a reboot: 64-game Caldentey shows women's football conundrumWomen's football faces challenges of overwork and underutilization, necessitating structured breaks and better management to ensure player welfare.
FIFPRO Women's World 11 shortlist for 2024 revealedMarta and Aitana Bonmati highlight women's football excellence in the 2024 World 11 shortlist, showcasing the sport's rising talents.
Women's soccer: US shows up Europe on maternity care DW 09/04/2024Women's football is progressing, but maternal rights and support for players during pregnancy need significant improvement, especially in Europe.
'Pregnancy should not signal the end of a footballer's career': New guidance addresses gap in supportFIFPRO released a guide to help players and staff manage pregnancy, addressing the lack of accessible support for female athletes.
WSL players share 'devastating' toll of ACL injuries in women's football in support of new initiativeACL injuries are notably more prevalent in women's football, prompting new research initiatives.
FIFPro wants mandatory breaks in women's calendarFIFPro calls for mandatory off-seasons and breaks to protect players from workload overload.
Time for a reboot: 64-game Caldentey shows women's football conundrumWomen's football faces challenges of overwork and underutilization, necessitating structured breaks and better management to ensure player welfare.
FIFPRO Women's World 11 shortlist for 2024 revealedMarta and Aitana Bonmati highlight women's football excellence in the 2024 World 11 shortlist, showcasing the sport's rising talents.
Women's soccer: US shows up Europe on maternity care DW 09/04/2024Women's football is progressing, but maternal rights and support for players during pregnancy need significant improvement, especially in Europe.
'Pregnancy should not signal the end of a footballer's career': New guidance addresses gap in supportFIFPRO released a guide to help players and staff manage pregnancy, addressing the lack of accessible support for female athletes.
WSL players share 'devastating' toll of ACL injuries in women's football in support of new initiativeACL injuries are notably more prevalent in women's football, prompting new research initiatives.
Van Dijk, Saliba among most played in 2024Jules Koundé leads in total minutes played, highlighting concerns about player workload and the possibility of strikes due to congested match calendars.
Football's thirst for money feeding discontent of the Rodri rebellionPlayers are considering a strike due to excessive match workloads in European football.
Van Dijk, Saliba among most played in 2024Jules Koundé leads in total minutes played, highlighting concerns about player workload and the possibility of strikes due to congested match calendars.
Football's thirst for money feeding discontent of the Rodri rebellionPlayers are considering a strike due to excessive match workloads in European football.
2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia: What to expect DW 12/17/2024The World Cup in Saudi Arabia may face scheduling challenges due to extreme temperatures and Ramadan, impacting player performance and match organization.
Akanji on football calendar: I could retire at 30Elite football's increasing match frequency raises concerns about player burnout and the sustainability of their careers.
Why Lassana Diarra case could have monumental impact on future of entire transfer systemThe future of football transfer regulations hinges on the result of the Lassana Diarra case, signaling potential changes in player contract laws.
2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia: What to expect DW 12/17/2024The World Cup in Saudi Arabia may face scheduling challenges due to extreme temperatures and Ramadan, impacting player performance and match organization.
Akanji on football calendar: I could retire at 30Elite football's increasing match frequency raises concerns about player burnout and the sustainability of their careers.
Why Lassana Diarra case could have monumental impact on future of entire transfer systemThe future of football transfer regulations hinges on the result of the Lassana Diarra case, signaling potential changes in player contract laws.
2024 FIFPRO Women's World 11 confirmed as five Lionesses includedThe 2024 FIFPRO Women's World 11 includes five players from England, highlighting their dominance in women's football this year.
FIFPro Men's World 11: 2024 team & most popular player revealedReal Madrid's Jude Bellingham topped the FIFPRO World XI voting, showcasing his standout performance in 2023/24.
Utd's Onana wins award for humanitarian workAndré Onana received the FIFPRO Player Impact Award for his humanitarian efforts through his foundation in Cameroon and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Fifpro partners Uefa to 'secure stronger player voice'Fifpro's partnership with Uefa enhances player representation and advocacy, aiming to improve player welfare in football.
UEFA gives player union executive committee seatUEFA is increasing player input in decision-making by allowing the professional footballer's union a seat on its executive committee.
Fifpro partners Uefa to 'secure stronger player voice'Fifpro's partnership with Uefa enhances player representation and advocacy, aiming to improve player welfare in football.
UEFA gives player union executive committee seatUEFA is increasing player input in decision-making by allowing the professional footballer's union a seat on its executive committee.
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany in favor of limiting the number of games played in a seasonThe increase in Champions League games raises concerns about player health, with calls for limits on the number of matches. Players may even consider striking.
Explainer: Will decision on FIFA's transfer rules 'change the landscape of professional football'?The ECJ ruling may revolutionize player movement by challenging FIFA's restrictive transfer rules, enhancing players' freedom.
AC Milan make contract pledge to pregnant playersAC Milan guarantees contract renewals for pregnant players, indicating a step towards better support for female footballers.
Guardiola and Maresca express concern over fixture congestionFootball's fixture congestion issue requires player initiative for any substantial change.
AC Milan make contract pledge to pregnant playersAC Milan guarantees contract renewals for pregnant players, indicating a step towards better support for female footballers.
Guardiola and Maresca express concern over fixture congestionFootball's fixture congestion issue requires player initiative for any substantial change.
Football transfer news: Man Utd agree Ugarte deal, Chelsea sign keeper Penders liveFifpro launches guide for managing pregnancy and return to play for female athletes.Scott McTominay nearing 25.4m move to Napoli as United try to retain him.
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Cox threatens not to play after being called 'fat'Marta Cox threatened not to play for Panama after being called 'fat' by FEPAFUT presidentFifpro called president's comments 'unacceptable'