💨 Abstract

The global soccer players’ union, FIFPRO, criticized FIFA and its president, Gianni Infantino, for their autocratic leadership, claiming it harms players' rights. FIFPRO advocates for more inclusive dialogue and responsible leadership in response to FIFA's overloaded match calendar, lack of recovery periods, and extreme playing conditions. They cited the Club World Cup as an example, where players reported health issues due to extreme heat.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff