FIFPRO: "For universal end-of-career compensation for all players" (Sergio Marchi)

"One of the collective challenges is to develop a system of universal compensation at the end of every player’s career. The industry has the financial capacity to do this and, beyond the economic aspect, there is a moral responsibility to move in this direction," said Sergio Marchi (ARG), president of FIFPRO, in an interview published on the international union’s website on 17/02/2026.

"Football owes a debt to the many players who never achieve visibility or recognition, yet are just as essential to the game. They also sustain the industry".

"The year 2026 has only just begun, yet it already promises to be pivotal. The World Cup will once again capture the world’s attention, along with the emotions and dreams of countless footballers. For some, it will represent the pinnacle of their careers. For many others, it will be a defining moment even without stepping onto the pitch, as contracts, schedules, health, job security and rights are shaped far from the spotlight".

Regarding the World Cup, "we should review the distribution of the value generated during those four or five weeks of…