What you should know
Competition structures have to be sustainable
Players rely on them as a platform to display and develop their skills with the view of procuring further job opportunities. The increasing intensity of the pace and physicality of the game, coupled with the high frequency of competitive play, can negatively impact performance.
Current competition structures need to be analysed with the players in mind
Careful review will determine whether or not modifications are necessary to allow players to achieve maximum potential with regards to performance, job opportunities, and career longevity.
FIFPRO provides a platform for players to voice their opinions
Their views and desired boundaries should be fundamental in defining the structure of competitions. Once these are taken into account, a sustainable plan can be built to deliver the highest quality of competitive football that will benefit all parties.
FIFPRO Global Player Survey: 75 percent of men's players want to keep World Cup every four years
Seventy-five percent of men’s professional footballers want to keep the FIFA World Cup every four years, according to a survey of over 1,000 players organized by FIFPRO and national player unions about workload and competition formats.
