FIFPRO is concerned about recent cases of players in the Czech Republic and Italy who have been adversely affected by loans to other clubs.
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Players in men's football face increase in match congestion during pandemic, new data shows
Men’s professional footballers are facing ever more congested schedules during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ready to Board: Meriame Terchoun, the Swiss player working for the next generation
FC Zürich Frauen player, Meriame Terchoun, is taking part in FIFPRO’s Ready to Board programme.
Beau Busch: "Engagement of players in A-League Men Report shows how important organising is"
Last week, Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) unveiled their 2021/22 A-League Men Report, which highlights how the league has rebounded from the financial impact of COVID-19, with an increase in investment from clubs, improved player contract stability and a sustained focus on youth development.
Giorgio Chiellini, fighter of footballers' rights, retires
The Italian legend announced on Tuesday his retirement from football at the age of 39. Chiellini dedicated part of his successful career to fighting for footballers' rights and in September 2022 was one of the founding members of FIFPRO’s revamped Global Player Council (GPC).
Lucy Bronze: "The voice of the players is my motivation"
Lucy Bronze’s consistency at the top can be captured by the fact she has been voted into the FIFA FIFPRO Women’s World 11 by her fellow professionals six times in the last seven years. It is a feat that few elite women’s footballers have achieved: USA’s Alex Morgan also has six appearances in the global team of the year, while French defender Wendie Renard is the only player who can boast more (7).
Safee Sali: “Launching NFTs was a way to give back to fans and players”
Kuala Lumpur City player-coach and former Malaysia striker Safee Sali recently launched NFTs to remember the country’s 2010 AFF Championship success.
Player development in Denmark
Preparing players for life after football is a priority for Danish player association Spillerforeningen. At the heart of their programme is Rasmus Haagensen, who set up a dedicated player development unit over 10 years ago.