The Professional Footballers' Association Northern Ireland promotes, advises, and provides guidance for current and former players.

Northern Ireland
Joined July 2020
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What does the average professional women’s footballer look like in 2026 compared with 2017? FIFPRO’s Global Employment Report provides a snapshot.
Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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Where you play can dramatically affect your experience as a professional footballer. Newcastle United and Wales defender @LoisJoel_ reflects on regional differences in pay, contracts and working conditions in women's football, as highlighted in FIFPRO's Global Employment Report.
Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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What is life really like as a professional women’s footballer? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us 👇
Women’s football is growing. But are players’ working conditions keeping pace? FIFPRO surveyed 791 players across 40 countries for its new Global Employment Report. Here’s what they told us ↴
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How hard is a header? And what could repeated heading mean for a player’s long-term brain health? 🧠⚽ FIFPRO Medical Director Prof Dr Vincent Gouttebarge explains how researchers are using instrumented mouthguards to measure the frequency and force of head impacts during training and matches. 🔗fifpro.org/en/articles/2026/… @VGouttebarge | @AmsterdamUMC
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Gambling doesn’t only affect the individual—it impacts families, teammates and everyone around them. We know how difficult it can be to switch off from gambling worries. That experience is why people like Michael want to help others take the first step. pfani.com/gambling-support-g…
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The PFA NI Women’s Football Hub—a dedicated space providing support, guidance and practical resources for women players across Northern Ireland. Thank you to our governing body @fifpro for their continued hard work to support our women players. pfani.com/womens-football-hu…
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FIFPRO Statement: FIFA Forward Enterprise Full statement: fifpro.org/en/articles/2026/…
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FIFPRO Europe has noted with deep concern the proposal to transform the FIFA World Cup and other FIFA competitions into investable assets for private capital. 🔗 Statement: fifpro.org/en/articles/2026/…
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We’d like to wish Conrad Kirkwood the very best upon his departure as Irish F.A President. Conrad was both supportive and helpful to our association. We also congratulate Colin McKendry on his new role and we look forward to an equally strong relationship. 🟢⚪️⚽️ #irishfa
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All you need to know about the new FIFPRO and @FIFAcom agreement and what it means for players ⤵️

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FIFPRO and @FIFAcom have signed a landmark agreement to usher in a new era of collaboration and player representation in global football governance.

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The Belfast Boy. Today we remember George Best, who would have turned 80 today ❤️
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It's official. FIFPRO Europe President David Terrier becomes the first player representative with voting rights on the @UEFA Executive Committee. Players now have a formal say in how European football is governed.
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Strength in unity ✊ FIFPRO Europe’s General Assembly reinforced the power of collective action across 33 member unions and regional stakeholders.
FIFPRO Europe held its General Assembly this week, which brought together 33 member unions, @UEFA, @EuropeanLeagues, clubs, supporter organisations, and other industry partners to strengthen player representation at every level. 🔗 fifpro.org/en/articles/2026/…
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Thanks to our new partnership over 200 Women’s Premiership Premiership players now have fast access to expert medical support. leaving them to concentrate on their performance⚽️ @kingsbridgehosp @allsportinsurei #pfani #supportingplayers #injurycare #medicalsupport
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We are delighted to partner with @kingsbridgehosp to support the NIFL Women’s Premiership ensuring all registered players are covered with enhanced medical support and access to professional healthcare services. Read more here: kph.fyi/fb35a6 #sportsdirectwomensprem
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We are still looking Event Sponsor for Walk a Mile in My Boots. If you are a business or know anyone who would be interested in sponsoring this amazing event please reach out. All proceeds go to Man On and Alternatives Restorative Justice. We have other sponsorship opportunities
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We’re nearly at full capacity. Thank you for every share, sign-up & support. What started as an idea is becoming something truly special. Calling on all Irish League clubs Stand with us. Let’s make this a day of colour, noise & community, for something bigger than ourselves.
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With a World Cup on the horizon, FIFPRO President Sergio Marchi outlines the priorities for players in 2026.

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We currently have a Job Start Vacancy available for a Project Support Officer role at @3rdSectorNI Any RT’s appreciated! jobapplyni.com/Vacancy/Vacan…
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