06 October 2026
As has been widely reported, we are representing James McClean in a dispute with Derry City FC over the terms of his contract.
There has been a lot of conjecture and misinformation about the situation pertaining to James’ medical status and we would like… Read more
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
