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
The Irish Athletes Alliance wishes to place on the record our admiration for the former soccer players and commend their courage in bringing forward testimonies regarding allegations of inappropriate behaviour by named individuals which have been documented by the Sunday Independent and RTÉ. By… Read more
PFA IRELAND Announce New Educational Partnership with Setanta College
The Professional Footballers Association of Ireland (PFA Ireland) have this week announced a new educational partnership with Setanta College.Together, they are launching a comprehensive educational… Read more
PFA Ireland notes the statement released by An Garda Síochána yesterday in relation to spot fixing in the League of Ireland.
The player at the centre of this situation was approached in relation to spot fixing in a match and reported it immediately to PFA Ireland, the FAI and An Garda… Read more
