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Originally published by Standard Sportssports
November 10, 2025
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FIFA unites players' unions in Rabat to boost welfare and governance
Representatives from about 30 players’ unions participated, continuing the momentum from constructive dialogue in July in New York..
✨ Key Highlights
FIFA recently held a key Professional Players Consultation Forum in Rabat, chaired by FIFA President Gianni Infantino, to address critical issues concerning professional footballers' welfare and governance. This landmark meeting brought together numerous players’ unions and prominent figures to establish concrete initiatives for improving player well-being globally.
- A FIFA Fund for Professional Players was announced, pledging USD 20 million for 2026–2029 to support players with outstanding salaries.
- The forum formally established the FIFA Professional Players Consultation Forum to advance the collective interests of professional footballers worldwide.
- Key initiatives endorsed include a minimum of 72 hours’ rest between matches, a holiday period of at least 21 days between seasons, and union representation in FIFA bodies.
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