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24
Jan
2023
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FIFPRO and World Leagues Forum React to IFAB's Temporary Concussion Trials Decision


On 18 January 2023, the world representative association of professional footballers, FIFPRO, and the World Leagues Forum (WLF) issued a joint statement regarding their disappointment following a decision by the International Football Association Board (IFAB) on temporary concussion substitutions.

On 18 January 2023, IFAB met in the English stadium of Wembley (London) to discuss whether temporary concussion substitutes should be implemented to reduce in-game health risks. However, football’s lawmakers IFAB rejected the said proposed amendment of the Law of the Game. It should be...

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  • Governance
  • Labour disputes
Keywords
  • FIFPRO
  • International Football Association Board (IFAB)
  • Player's health
  • World Leagues Association (WLA)
  • Concussions
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