FIFPRO Report Highlights Unequal Workloads in Women's Football

The study reveals extreme disparities, with some players overburdened by packed schedules while others face limited opportunities to compete.

FIFPRO's latest report shows that elite female players, such as Mariona Caldentey, are playing upwards of 60 matches a season, while the average player participates in just 33 games annually.
The report highlights significant disparities in match opportunities, with players from top clubs and nations overused, while others in less developed leagues face underload.
FIFPRO is calling for mandatory four-week off-season breaks and two-week in-season breaks to address player fatigue and reduce injury risks, including ACL ruptures.
The organization advocates for the expansion of domestic leagues and the creation of new competitions to provide more opportunities for underutilized players and foster competitive balance.
FIFPRO warns that without structural changes, the development of women's football will remain uneven, with top players overworked and the majority of players underrepresented in competitive play.