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Legal action initiated by FIFPRO against FIFA by mid-2024?
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FIFA Faces Legal Threats, Offers Peace Talks Over 2025 Club World Cup
May 10, 2024, 08:30 AM
FIFA is facing potential legal challenges over the scheduling of its expanded 32-team Club World Cup set for 2025 in the United States. The international players' union, FIFPRO, and the World Leagues Association, including the Premier League, have expressed concerns over the tournament's impact on player welfare and the domestic football calendar. They have threatened legal action if FIFA does not reschedule the event. The dispute highlights broader issues with the global football calendar, described as 'beyond saturation,' potentially jeopardizing national leagues and player health. FIFA has offered peace talks to address these concerns and mitigate potential legal actions.
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