@FIFPRO

The global union for professional football players. Defending the rights and interests of 70,000 players via our network of national associations.

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“I believe that you can be more than a professional athlete.” Finnish goalkeeper Milla-Maj Majasaari takes us behind the scenes as she begins a master’s degree in Women’s Football Management via @ThePFABusiness while continuing her playing career. 🎓⚽️
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José María Giménez dejó el colegio a los 17 años cuando le resultaba demasiado difícil compaginar los estudios con el fútbol. Años más tarde, el central de @Uruguay ha vuelto a los estudios para completar su educación secundaria gracias al programa organizado por el sindicato de futbolistas @Mutual_Uru. Leer: fifpro.org/es/articulos/2026…
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“Studying helps you on the pitch and in everyday life.” @Uruguay defender Jose Maria Gimenez left school at 17. Years later, he's returned to complete his secondary education through @Mutual_Uru. 🔗 Read his story: fifpro.org/en/articles/2026/…
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What is life really like as a professional women’s footballer? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us 👇
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Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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Where you play can dramatically affect your experience as a professional footballer. Newcastle United and Wales defender @LoisJoel_ reflects on regional differences in pay, contracts and working conditions in women's football, as highlighted in FIFPRO's Global Employment Report.
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Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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What does the average professional women’s footballer look like in 2026 compared with 2017? FIFPRO’s Global Employment Report provides a snapshot.
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Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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Better conditions give players the opportunity to focus on football and perform at their best.   In light of FIFPRO’s 2026 Global Employment Report, Guatemala captain @AnaluMartinz20 reflects on the progress she has seen in the women’s game.
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Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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FIFPRO’s Global Employment Report found that almost half of the women's players surveyed have considered leaving football early. The three most-cited reasons: 💰 Financial reasons – 59% 🧠 Psychological stress – 46% ⚖️ Better work-life balance – 39% Players need the conditions and security to build sustainable careers.
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Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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FIFPRO’s latest Global Employment Report found that 57% of professional women’s players surveyed have struggled with their mental health. Of those, half were not provided with supportive resources by their club. Millie Bright explains why clubs need to create a consistent, supportive environment where players feel comfortable speaking up.
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Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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There has been progress. The proportion of players considering leaving football to start a family has fallen from 47% in 2017 to 19% in 2026. The report highlights global maternity regulations as an example of how regulatory intervention can positively affect careers.
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