A group of prominent women’s football players, including Alex Morgan, Marta, and Crystal Dunn, calls on FIFA to move the Under-20 Women’s World Cup to dates that fall within FIFA international windows. In an open letter, they argue the change would help ensure clubs and universities must release selected players for the tournament.
The players say scheduling the event within the international calendar reduces the typical tension between club commitments and national-team participation. They frame the request as a way to make squad selection more consistent and to support player development at the youth level. The outlets reporting the story note that the proposal would directly affect how youth tournaments fit into the broader obligations of professional clubs and educational institutions.
