Fifpro survey: half of women footballers consider early retirement

A Fifpro survey of over 800 players found 49% are considering leaving football early, citing financial and psychological pressures.

• Fifpro reported 49% of players are considering early retirement, with 59% citing financial reasons and 46% psychological stress.
• Average monthly wages tripled since 2017 to $2,601, while median pay stands at $1,669, the union's report found.
• 57% of players said they had struggled with mental health, and half of them received no support from their clubs.
• Fifpro is calling for enforceable minimum standards covering pay, facilities, staffing and healthcare, plus mandatory psychological support.