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FIFPro initiates legal action against FIFA by mid-2024?
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FIFA Faces Legal Threat from Players, Leagues Over 2025 Club World Cup in USA
May 9, 2024, 03:06 PM
FIFA is facing potential legal action from the World Leagues Association and FIFPro, the international players' union, over the scheduling of the new 32-team Club World Cup in 2025. The organizations have expressed concerns about player welfare and the impact on national leagues due to the expansion of FIFA's competitions. They demand the rescheduling of the Club World Cup, set to be held in the United States with participants including Man City and Chelsea, warning of legal consequences if their concerns are not addressed. The dispute highlights issues with the global football calendar, which is said to be beyond saturation, jeopardizing the health of players and the functioning of national leagues.
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