The PFA NI aims to be the collective voice that protects all players, both men and women, taking part in the Northern Ireland Football League.
Learn more about the aims of the Professional Footballers’ Association Northern Ireland and how we seek to help players at every level in Northern Ireland. Our informational video shows how the PFA NI represents and provides a collective voice for all players, male and female, professional and semi-professional. Have a look to learn about becoming a member of PFA NI and the benefits it brings.
The PFA NI seeks to support players off the pitch so they can perform on the pitch. We offer support with health issues, education and development, and much more. Please watch our video and contact us for more information should you need it.
View our latest services and helpful advice for footballers in Northern Ireland.
We as an association believe it is vital that all players should be covered when it comes to injury and the cost of relevant treatment.
Therefore we have scoped the insurance market and secured a policy that protects players when it comes to both short term and long term injuries
Professional and Amateur Injury Policy; For all players on Pro or Amateur contracts playing full time or part time for surgeries, scans, injections and physio up to £9k (Pro) £7.5k (Amateur) and includes £100 per week salary contribution when unable to work.
For more information on how you can get cover against injury costs visit the insurance section of our site.
In June 2026 The PFA Northern Ireland successfully agreed a new contract for all professional status players with The Irish Football Association and all NIFL clubs.
The new contract agreement brings football in NI into line with current employment law and protects players on fundamental issues such as injury protection, holiday pay and maternity.
If you have any queries over the new contract and what it means for you as a player you should contact the PFA and speak with them directly.
