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Players Threaten Strike Over FIFA's Congested Fixture Calendar

1/31/2025

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Player representatives gathered with FIFA in Switzerland to voice their frustrations over the congested fixture calendar, raising the specter of a potential strike. FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Fifpro officials tackled the contentious expansion of the Club World Cup, as players seek compensation for disrupted pre-season tours that jeopardize their readiness for the upcoming season.

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Player representatives gathered with FIFA in Switzerland to voice their frustrations over the congested fixture calendar, raising the specter of a potential strike. FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Fifpro officials tackled the contentious expansion of the Club World Cup, as players seek compensation for disrupted pre-season tours that jeopardize their readiness for the upcoming season.