French football clubs to go on strike next month for the first time since 1972 . ( CNN ) -- The players are demanding a pay rise of at least 10 per cent and better working conditions after years in which they have been forced into poverty by their employers. Clubs say they are already losing money and tax will make them less competitive . Strike will halt France 's top two divisions between November 29 to December 2 .
French football clubs to go on strike next month for the first time since 1972 . The players are demanding a pay rise of at least 10 per cent and better working conditions after years in which they have been forced into poverty by their employers. Clubs say they are already losing money and tax will make them less competitive . Strike will halt France 's top two divisions between November 29 to December 2 .