FFF and Orange Partner to Promote Digital Wellbeing Among Young Football Players

The French Football Federation (FFF) and technology partner Orange are collaborating to educate young footballers, aged U10 to U15, on responsible digital practices and the importance of balancing screen time for overall wellbeing. This initiative falls under the FFF’s broader Federal Educational Program (PEF).

Novel PEF Resource: Focus on Screen Time

A new practical guide, released on February 11, 2026, focuses specifically on screen time management. Developed jointly by the FFF and Orange, the resource aims to help young athletes understand the potential cognitive, physical and emotional impacts of excessive screen exposure. FFF

Addressing the Ubiquity of Screens

Recognizing that digital devices are now integral to the lives of children both at home and in school, the FFF and Orange emphasize the need for early education on balanced technology apply. The goal is to empower young people to develop self-regulation skills and make informed choices about their digital habits. FFF

Three Key Recommendations for Healthy Screen Habits

The new PEF guide offers three practical “good reflex” tips:

• Limit multitasking: Focus on one screen at a time, and avoid screen use during meals or before bedtime.
• Practice intentional breaks: Make a conscious effort to put phones away after a set period.
• Set time limits: Establish specific goals for daily screen time.

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Expanding the PEF Digital Education Toolkit

This latest resource complements existing PEF materials addressing other critical digital literacy topics, including online friendship, digital identity, and cyberbullying. FFF The FFF aims to encourage young people to critically reflect on the role of digital technology in their lives.

Orange’s Commitment to Football and Digital Literacy

Orange has been a major partner of the French national football teams since 2018 and also supports amateur football through the PEF. info976.yt Through this partnership, Orange aims to raise awareness among young players about the benefits and risks of digital technology, including cyberharassment, through dedicated educational modules developed with the NGO Play International. info976.yt

The PEF in Action: National Challenge and Digital Wheel

The PEF also features interactive tools like the “Digital Wheel,” a gamified quiz covering topics such as the environment, rules of the game, health, football culture, and civic engagement. pef.fff.fr The 5th edition of the National PEF Challenge took place on June 27-28, 2025, bringing together U10-U11 teams from across France at the CNF Clairefontaine training center. pef.fff.fr

Clubs are encouraged to share their PEF initiatives using the “Send an action” feature to showcase their commitment to digital education. pef.fff.fr