FIFPRO launches new data system to protect players from full fixture calendars

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·24 July 2024

FIFPRO launches new data system to protect players from full fixture calendars

FIFPRO, the worldwide union for professional footballers, has successfully launched a new data driven system that will track the impact of player workloads. The Player Workload Monitoring (PWM) system will focus on metrics such as travel, fixture congestion workload and recovery time.

The PWM will monitor more than 1,500 players and will deliver key analytical data on how different metrics adversely and positively affect the professionals. The PWM will also collaborate with the team working on Project ACL at Leeds Beckett University. Project ACL is another FIFPRO led initiative. It aims to increase medical knowledge on the disproportionate number of ACL injuries in the women’s game.

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FIFPRO Director Sarah Gregorius gave a statement on the positive steps being taken in women’s football.

“We are pleased to launch the new PWM platform exclusively for women’s football. As our industry continues to grow rapidly, it’s essential that all stakeholders take informed decisions underpinned by accurate data and research.”

“We want to work proactively to develop women’s football, while at the same time protecting the health and rights of players. The data gathered within the PWM tool will hopefully inform discussions on workload and calendar. [And help] players, clubs and federations make the best decisions for the health and performance of the athletes who are at the heart of the game.”

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Sarah Gregorius addressing a crowd. PHOTO CREDIT: FIFPRO

It’s a positive step towards the parity women’s football fans are so desperate to see. The women’s game is undeniably growing and investment continues to flood in. However, there’s no shortage of horror stories of discontent and neglect still pouring into the public eye. Two recent examples are Reading falling to Tier 5 of English football due to lack of funding. A mirrored story happened in Germany, as MSV Duisburg were also forced to Tier 5 also due to similar neglect.