Colombian Players Vote to Strike Amid Failed Negotiations

Over 1,000 soccer players in Colombia have voted to strike after unsuccessful negotiations with the country's football federation (FCF) and Dimayor League regarding working conditions, as reported by the global players' union FIFPRO. Despite reaching partial agreements in January, the subsequent discussions failed to address nine critical union demands, including players' statutes, involvement in TV rights, and anti-discrimination protocols. A total of 1,221 players from the top men's and women's leagues participated in the vote, with 1,067 (87%) supporting the strike. The FCF has not commented on the situation. The exact timing for the strike has yet to be announced. This collective action underscores ongoing labor disputes in professional sports regarding fair treatment and rights.