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FIFA Implements Comprehensive Support for Female Players and Coaches

New regulations offer paid maternity leave, menstrual health provisions, and family-friendly policies.

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Overview

  • FIFA's new rules provide 14 weeks of paid maternity leave for players and coaches.
  • Adoptive and non-biological mothers receive a minimum of eight weeks paid leave.
  • Players can take paid leave for menstrual health issues.
  • Clubs can add players outside transfer windows to cover for those on leave.
  • Policies encourage family-friendly environments for players with children.