Oviedo and Espanyol players staged a 15-second protest against La Liga's decision to host a match in Miami, reflecting discontent over the move, which has sparked controversy among clubs, players, and officials. The protest was coordinated by the Spanish Footballers' Association, highlighting concerns about transparency and players' rights, while the league and other football authorities defend the decision as beneficial for the sport.
During a post-All-Star Game press conference, Kelsey Plum made an awkward comment about Caitlin Clark's team not being present at a planning meeting for a player protest shirt, which was seen as a strange and off-putting remark amidst ongoing league negotiations. Despite the incident, Plum remains a vocal advocate for players' rights and better league conditions.
During the WNBA All-Star Game, players wore shirts protesting for fair pay and revenue sharing, highlighting ongoing disputes over a new collective bargaining agreement and emphasizing the need for better compensation and benefits for women basketball players.
WNBA All-Stars protested for better pay and benefits by wearing shirts that read 'Pay us what you owe us' during the All-Star Game warmup, following failed collective bargaining negotiations between players and the league, with potential walkouts if no agreement is reached by October.
Spain's Women's World Cup build-up has been marked by player protests and an uneasy truce. Last year, 18 players sent emails to the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) expressing their concerns about the national team setup, including a lack of professionalism, poor preparation, and restrictive rules. While some players returned to the team after talks with the RFEF, others chose to stay away, citing insufficient changes. The atmosphere within the team remains tense, but there are signs of improvement as the World Cup begins.
