Call to protect footballers’ mental health during the World Cup

Joe McMorrow and Rubymarie Rice of Pinsent Masons said the need for action is demonstrated by the increasing number of high-profile athletes reporting mental health struggles. Among the root causes of these mental health struggles are online trolling and the pressure the athletes face from coaches, sponsors and the media.

Rice said: “Athletes’ mental health needs are as important as their physical health needs. Both contribute to their…