Copy of Safeguarding the Game: Enhancing Injury Prevention in Football

Football is the most popular sport in the UK, 71% crown it as the most dangerous receiving the highest sport injuries with impacts that go beyond the immediate pain and discomfort, leading to significant time off requiring extensive rehabilitation. For professional athletes, a severe injury can even be career-ending. In addition to the physical toll, sports injuries can also have significant psychological effects with athletes often experiencing emotional distress, anxiety, and depression following an injury.

Premier League Injury Crisis: What’s Going Wrong?

With the expansion of the Champions League and Europa League, longer summer tournaments and the Club World Cup, players have ever-increasing workloads with the amount of injuries set to increase in the coming months. This surge isn’t confined to just one or two clubs; it’s a league-wide problem that’s impacing both the quality of the game and the performance of teams.

Manager Urges Protection for Top Players Against Burnout as PFA Survey Highlights Concerns Over Player Workload and On-Field Safety

A survey carried out by the Professional Footballers' Association (PFA) has highlighted growing concerns among players regarding workload and on-field safety. The survey, which was distributed to players across the Championship, League One, and League Two, aimed to gather insight into player opinions on several key issues.