This week, PFA Ireland conducted a survey among League of Ireland players regarding the Republic of Ireland Men’s National Team’s scheduled UEFA Nations League fixtures against Israel later this year.
A total of 214 players from professional clubs across the League… Read more
Dublin, 29 January 2026: The Professional Footballers’ Association of Ireland (PFA Ireland) announced today its support for the Justice for Players class action against KNVB, FIFA and several national football associations… Read more
(Dublin,… Read more
PFA Ireland is proud to confirm a series of significant improvements to player welfare and contract standards across men’s and women’s football, following extensive negotiations with the National League Committee, League of Ireland clubs, and the Football Association of Ireland (FAI). These… Read more
On Friday evening, following the conclusion of the League of Ireland Premier Division match between Waterford and Shamrock Rovers, PFA Ireland was informed—via our club delegate—of an incident involving alleged racist abuse directed at a Shamrock Rovers player.
We extend our full support… Read more
Tuesday, 13th May 2025 – The first ever national mental health research report conducted amongst players in the League of Ireland was launched this morning. The research report, titled ‘Mental Health in the League of Ireland: A Study’, is a product of collaboration between the… Read more
“My name is Ryan Rainey and I have a gambling addiction. I am also a young man who grew up wanting nothing more than to play football. I realised my dream but then reality struck. The constant stream of gambling adverts, the spare time and desire for stimulation while watching… Read more
PFA Ireland are pleased to support a new programme to help female international players transition from playing into coaching.
Professional Footballers Association of Ireland (PFA Ireland) Members Áine O'Gorman and Stephanie Zambra along with Rianna Jarrett will be the… Read more
PFA Ireland and Sports Direct announce a new partnership which will see Sports Direct becoming an official partner and football boots provider for PFA Ireland members in the League of Ireland.
Sports Direct are aligned with the PFA Ireland in the view that our athletes are… Read more
Elite athletes to benefit from shared knowledge and collective lobbying
Today marks a significant milestone in the Irish sporting landscape with the formation of the Irish Athletes Alliance, a pioneering initiative aimed at championing the rights, well-being, and professional development… Read more
