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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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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“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: https://t.co/EKAJXRnRs4

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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: https://t.co/FM8x8SWcGK

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The latest updates from player unions around the world ⤵️ https://t.co/DLpg6ZIzBh

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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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Global averages don’t tell the whole story.

Where a player plays can dramatically affect their pay, security and working conditions.

Explore the 2026 FIFPRO Global Employment Report, hear directly from players and discover what needs to change next.

https://t.co/ZiU1kBa5oS

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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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“There are so many young people looking at us as examples. That’s something I don’t take lightly.”

@GothamFC's Ryan Campbell and Andrea Kitahata on mental health and using their platforms for good.

https://t.co/LB70c98Xs8

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Andrea Kitahata and Ryan Campbell lost their Stanford team-mate Katie Meyer to suicide in 2022.

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, they reflect on how that experience shaped their commitment to mental health advocacy and supporting others ❤️

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“When I was feeling at my worst, I was probably the loudest and happiest person in the changing room.”

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, Cillin Gilmour shares why struggling isn’t always visible and why players shouldn’t wait until breaking point to ask for help.

🔗 https://t.co/rAEQRaoXTk

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