# Study finds footballers have higher risk of depression and anxiety

A new study indicates that professional footballers are more likely to experience depression and anxiety compared to the general population. The research highlights the mental health challenges faced by athletes, emphasizing the need for better support systems within the sport.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [BBC Sport](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cn59nnkyy2go?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss) — Sun, 12 Jul 2026 05:09:55 GMT