FUB bemoans players' sorry state

The organisation, a voice for professional players, is increasingly worried that Premier League sides fail to provide basic necessities for players despite being aware of the risks associated with the sport. “We only have about eight teams that pay players the agreed amount and on time. The rest of the teams are really struggling to keep up with their contractual obligations. Teams are also failing to provide basics like insurance cover against injury or loss of life in terms of the Workers Compensation Act,” FUB secretary, Kgosana Masaseng told Mmegi Sport yesterday. “Teams also fail to provide adequate medical services to the players despite the game being a risky sport. We have seen some teams failing to undertake medical examinations citing financial challenges,” he added.

Masaseng said this happens despite the fact that it was central to the wellbeing of players. He said most of the Premier League clubs do medical examinations to meet Club Licensing requirements and not for the benefit of the players.