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ČAFH Welcomes President of Ukrainian Players' Association Igor Hataullin

22.10.2026

The Czech Association of Football Players (ČAFH) welcomed Igor Hataullin, President of the All-Ukrainian Association of Professional Football Players, to its headquarters.

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UEFA decision to impose lifetime ban on former 1. FC Slovacko women's head coach Petr Vlachovsky

19.05.2026

FIFPRO, FIFPRO Europe and CAFH welcome UEFA's decision to impose a lifetime ban on former 1. FC Slovacko women's head coach Petr Vlachovsky from all football-related activity. This outcome sends a strong and necessary message that abusive and inappropriate behaviour has no place in football and that safeguarding the wellbeing of players must remain a priority at every level of the game.

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Statement by the Czech Association of Football Players on the case involving corruption and betting in football

25.03.2026

The Czech Association of Football Players (ČAFH) hereby declares zero tolerance for corruption, match-fixing, and other negative phenomena which, in our view, have no place - and cannot have a place - in society or in the sporting environment. We unequivocally support the fight against these undesirable practices, which was initiated by the Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR); however, from our perspective, this must be a systematic effort aimed not only at combating corrupt behaviour and attempts to influence matches in connection with betting, but above all at addressing the root causes that, in our view, lie behind all of this.

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ČAFH expresses its support for the harmed female players of 1.FC Slovácko and calls to increase protection of sexual integrity in sport

2.02.2026

The Czech Association of Football Players (ČAFH) hereby calls on and appeals to the general public, the sporting community, and the highest public officials to pay close attention to the protection of sexual integrity in sport, particularly with regard to the course and thus far unsatisfactory outcome of the case involving former and current female players of 1.FC Slovácko, who in the past were victims of sexual crimes committed by their coach.

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ČAFH follows professional players' unions in other countries and expresses its support for the class action lawsuit filed by Justice for Players

15.12.2025

Today, on the 30th anniversary of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruling in the Bosman case, the Czech Association of Football Players (ČAFH) officially announced its support for the class action lawsuit initiated by Justice for Players, which has been joined by the French players' association UNFP and already supported by players' unions in the Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Slovenia, Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia and Serbia. The class action lawsuit, filed on behalf of male and female football players, is directed against FIFA and aims to compensate all those who, according to the conclusions of another landmark ruling by the CJEU in the Diarra case, have been harmed by FIFA regulations, which the CJEU has found to be contrary to European law and the freedoms guaranteed within the EU.

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European Parliament stands with players: Historic vote backs health protections, fundamental player union rights and fair competition

13.10.2025

Members of Parliament call for occupational health protections, collective governance, and EU law compliance in professional sport.

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ČAFH 11 OF THE SEASON awards has announced its first winners. The trophies were handed out to the Czech national team players in person

3.06.2025

On Monday, the NH Collection Prague hotel hosted the award ceremony of the first year of ČAFH 11 OF THE SEASON poll, which is inspired by prestigious international awards such as PFA Player of the Year and FIFPRO World XI. The poll brings an innovative form of recognition to the Czech Republic, with the ideal line-up of the best male players from the Chance Liga and the best female players from the FORTUNA=LIGA being decided by the footballers themselves who play in both competitions.

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The Lassana Diarra judgement explained: What does it mean for footballers?

29.05.2025

The European Court of Justice (ECJ) in October 2024 ruled in favour of former Arsenal, Chelsea and Real Madrid midfielder Lassana Diarra after it found central parts of FIFA's transfer rules break European Union law. It is a landmark judgement set to improve professional footballers' freedom of movement. So, what does this mean now for footballers and clubs? FIFPRO Europe, who supported Diarra’s legal claim along with FIFPRO and French player union UNFP, breaks down what the ruling signifies, why the previous system restricted players, and why a new transfer system must be the result of collective bargaining.

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FAČR and ČAFH sign Memorandum of Cooperation

27.05.2025

The highest representatives of the Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) and the Czech Association of Football Players (ČAFH) signed the Memorandum of Cooperation between the two entities at the FAČR headquarters today.

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How Czech union CAFH is delivering on players' mental health

8.04.2025

After the sudden deaths of two Czech footballers in 2018, the union launched an initiative focused on mental health issues. A 24-hour helpline, which is connected with a network of psychologists led by Dr. Dusan Randak, provides dedicated support for Czech-based players or Czech footballers playing abroad. Antonin Fantis shares his story of how reaching out to the union helped him during a very difficult period in his life

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FIFPRO Europe and UEFA sign Memorandum of Understanding, giving players more say in European football governance

29.10.2024

Paris/Prague - FIFPRO Europe and UEFA have signed a memorandum of understanding that includes important measures to increase the voice of players in European football governance.

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Professional football players playing in the Czech Republic will improve significantly, the requirements for professional contracts are changing

14.06.2024

The Czech Football Players' Association helped negotiate major changes to the contractual relationship between professional players operating in the 1st and 2nd leagues and their clubs, which were finally approved by the Executive Committee of the Football Association of the Czech Republic at its meeting on 12 June 2024 when it approved an amendment to the Transfer Regulations, through which the changes are implemented.

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Player involvement helps shape UEFA Minimum Standards Framework for Women’s National Teams

2.10.2023

FIFPRO Europe collaborated with UEFA to deliver the first edition of UEFA’s Minimum Standards Framework for Women’s National Teams. Framework outlines how national associations should have transparent policies on responding to harassment and discrimination, as well as expenses and remuneration, parental and pregnancy rights, and the handling of player data. Example of how involvement of players, unions, national associations and confederations can help shape better conditions for national team football.

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David Broukal: “A minimum wage will benefit many footballers in Czechia”

9.05.2023

The Czech professional footballers’ association, CAFH, and FIFPRO are making significant steps that will benefit Czech players.

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ČAFH at FIFPRO Legal Conference

13.04.2023

The Chairwoman of the ČAFH, Markéta Vochoska Haindlová, and a ČAFH associate Ryan Parker traveled to Hoofddorp, Netherlands to attend the 2023 FIFPRO Legal Conference on March 15-16. The two-day event, held in the FIFPRO House, brought together legal experts in football from around the world to discuss diverse legal issues affecting the sport today.

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Captain of AC Sparta and Czech women's national team Petra Bertholdová in interview for ČAFH: "I definitely support any initiative that will lead to the development of women's football and I feel very positive about it."

18.10.2022

Women's football is gaining more and more popularity in the Czech Republic, although the women's national football team did not qualify for the World Cup, after finishing third in their qualifying group behind the Netherlands and Iceland. The captain of AC Sparta Prague and the Czech women's national team, Petra Bertholdová, spoke about the qualification process and other topics in an interview with the Czech Football Players‘ Association.

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ČAFH membership fees for 2022 will help footballers from Ukraine

13.04.2022

The Czech Association of Football Players has unhesitatingly condemned the aggressive invasion in Ukraine by the Russian army and declared its support for the football players there. The leadership of the ČAFH decided that the membership fees, which are annually donated to the needy, will this time go to help football players from the war-stricken country.

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FIFA ADOPTS TEMPORARY EMPLOYMENT AND REGISTRATION RULES TO ADDRESS SEVERAL ISSUES IN RELATION TO WAR IN UKRAINE

8.03.2022

Following the escalation of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, which has led to an ongoing and distressing humanitarian crisis, the Bureau of the FIFA Council has decided – in coordination with UEFA and after consultation with various stakeholders – to temporarily amend the Regulations on the Status and Transfer of Players (RSTP) in order to provide legal certainty and clarity on a number of matters.

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FIFPRO calls for suspension of the Russian Football Union

28.02.2022

On this fifth day of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, FIFPRO strongly disagrees with the Bureau of the FIFA Council’s decision, which fails to protect the players or provide clear leadership for our sport by imposing the lightest of sanctions on the Russian Football Union (RFS). Based on the actions of Russia over the past weeks, participation of its teams in UEFA or FIFA competitions or fulfilment of its executives’ functions in international football is not a possibility.

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FIFA FIFPRO WORLD 11 2020/2021

21.01.2022

FIFPRO and FIFA on 17 January 2022 proudly announce the members of the 2020-2021 Men’s FIFA FIFPRO World 11. Almost 19,000 professional men’s football players voted for the World 11 team of 2021. It is the only global player award voted for exclusively by footballers – and votes come in from every continent.

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Patrik Le Giang became the FIFPRO Merit Award 2021 winner in the category Player Impact!

18.11.2021

Patrik Le Giang is the winner of the 2021 Player Impact award, the second of three Merit Awards that FIFPRO will present this week to players who are showing outstanding social engagement. The Slovakian goalkeeper of Bohemians 1905 received his award for his activities to help socially challenged children with education, health and sport. Besides the award, Le Giang will receive USD$ 10,000 to help finance his activities.

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FIFPRO Congress approved new board, embracing diversity

17.11.2021

New expanded board is most diverse in FIFPRO history. David Aganzo becomes president, replacing Philippe Piat. Slovakia and Bosnia player unions welcomed as members.

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Patrik Le Giang is trying to improve children's lives "STEP BY STEP"

16.11.2021

Patrik Lê Giang is one of seven nominees for a FIFPRO Merit Award The Slovakian goalkeeper of Czech club Bohemians 1905 has set up his own foundation, which auctions off footballer’s shirts to raise money for children in need He has recently been involved with ‘Enjoy Life’s’ projects to renovate schools in Indonesia FIFPRO will present the 2021 Merit Awards during this week’s General Assembly in Paris, France.

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Clear Mind provided assistance to Dynamo Pardubice

21.10.2021

Unfortunately, mental health problems such as anxiety or depression are still a very taboo subject, especially in the sports environment. However, their effects are significant because they can lead to various problems, such as gambling propensity and other addictions.

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ČAFH at FIFPRO Europe Congress in Cyprus

13.09.2021

The Chairman of the ČAFH Markéta Vochoska Haindlová and general secretary of the ČAFH Jakub Porsch went on Monday 6th September to the three days long Europe Congress of the worldwide representative organisation for footballers FIFPRO all the way to Cyprian Limassol.

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Czech players separated from their first team

27.07.2021

FIFPRO and CAFH want to remind clubs and professional football players that it is prohibited to exclude players from the first team through coercive methods.

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Martin Fenin: “Look for someone you trust, and talk”

2.06.2021

Dare to talk about your mental health, advises former Czech Republic player Martin Fenin to all professional footballers.

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FIFPRO launches global mental health campaign

2.06.2021

FIFPRO officially launches its mental health awareness programme titled "Are you ready to talk?"

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Online General Assembly highlights players' union work during pandemic

19.02.2021

For professional footballers facing unfair dismissals, salary cuts and the uncertainty of lockdown, player unions are acting as a vital support system by fighting for the collective rights of members and providing personal assistance.

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CAFH warns against a fake football agent

14.01.2021

CAFH strongly warns its members against the actions of the fake football intermediary Martin Koiš. Koiš a citizen of the Slovak Republic, repeatedly acts as a football agent, offering young players internships, exams or training camps in Portuguese and Italian clubs.

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The Red Button app against match-fixing explained

14.01.2021

FIFPRO and its member unions are distributing the Red Button smartphone app to professional footballers to protect their careers and support the fight against match-fixing. Here’s what you need to know.

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The FIFA FIFPRO World 11 of 2019-2020

18.12.2020

Liverpool and Bayern Munich dominate the 2019/2020 FIFA FIFPRO World 11. Together, the English and German champions have seven players on this special team, carefully selected by their peers in the game.

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Royal recognition for Theo Van Seggelen

16.12.2020

Theo van Seggelen received a special honour from King Willem Alexander of the Netherlands for his significant and outstanding contributions to advancing the wellbeing of professional footballers worldwide. The former FIFPRO General Secretary was appointed as an Officer in the Oranje-Nassau Order.

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FIFPRO Gallery unveiled: Honouring football's pioneering activists

15.12.2020

FIFPRO today pays tribute to professional footballers who have overcome adversity to achieve civil liberties and human rights, changing the lives of fellow players and inspiring future generations.

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THE 55 MOST VOTED PLAYERS FOR THE 2020 FIFA FIFPRO MEN'S WORLD 11

11.12.2020

Robert Lewandowski and Manuel Neuer are two of eleven Bayern Munich footballers on the List of 55 players who have received the most votes for the 2020 FIFA FIFPRO World 11.

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Emergency period workload risks player health

23.11.2020

FIFPRO notes the accumulated workload for players in the first quarter of European football’s 2020-2021 season and the mental and physical burden they are facing until 2022. The current handling of the match calendar during this emergency period lacks sufficient considerations for their health, well-being and performance and requires an urgent and ongoing revision by competition organisers.

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Voting in the WORLD 11 poll is here again!

16.11.2020

Thanks to the membership of the Czech Association of Football Players in the FIFPRO World Players Union, our members can participate in the WORLD 11 poll again this year! There is a number of innovations that we would like to introduce to you...

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Grave concerns of FIFPRO about Czech club’s treatment of player

11.08.2020

FIFPRO has grave concerns about the recent treatment of professional football players at some clubs in the Czech Republic, including the imposition of a form of solitary confinement on one footballer.

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