Whilst the 2011/2012 season in the English Premier League will be remembered for its football entertainment, it was undeniably a difficult year for the English PFA as the campaign was blighted by a series of ‘racial’ incidents.

FIFPro welcomed the news that the first participants from last week’s FIFPro Tournament signed a new contract. Tijs Tummers (organization) and players’ advisers Patrick van Diemen and Louis Laros look back at the tournament.

Ermin Rakovic was the second oldest player at the FIFPro Tournament. But that did not prevent him from taking the honors for being Best Player. The 34-year old attacking midfielder made a very strong impression.

FIFPro celebrated its eighth FIFPro Tournament, last weekend. In The Netherlands, more than 100 professional footballers showed their skills while playing for a new contract. The pictures.

Team VVCS successfully defended its FIFPro Tournament title. In the final, the Dutch footballers beat Team AFE from Spain on penalties. Slovenia captured the third place.