Fifpro survey warns women players are being left behind
Women’s football is on course to become a billion-dollar industry, but a new Fifpro survey suggests many professional players are not sharing in that growth. The study says a significant number of women are still dealing with low pay, insecure contracts and rising psychological stress.
According to the BBC, the findings highlight a gap between the rapid commercial development of the women’s game and the conditions faced by players. Fifpro’s survey points to financial instability and mental-health pressures as ongoing issues within the professional game.
The report adds to concerns that progress in women’s football is not being matched by improved security for many of those playing at the top level. While the industry continues to expand, the survey indicates that basic employment conditions remain uneven for a large number of players.
The findings are likely to renew pressure on clubs and governing bodies to address pay, contract security and player welfare as the women’s game continues to grow.
