FIFPro Survey Highlights Players' Concerns Post 2023 Women's World Cup

Despite increased prize money, issues around payment, rest periods, preparation, and support services persist, according to the survey.

Following the 2023 Women's World Cup, a FIFPro survey reveals that 30% of participants earned less than $30,000 from their club and national team in the last year, while 49% earned less than $50,000.
Despite a three-time increase in prize money, with FIFA allocating a fund of $152 million across the 32 teams, around 20% of players are yet to receive their share due to issues including tax complications.
60% of players stated that the rest and recovery process following the tournament was not long enough, and two-thirds expressed that improvements could be made with the technical staff.
53% of players felt that the rest period ahead of the World Cup was insufficient, and two-thirds did not feel physically prepared for the tournament.
60% of surveyed players suggested that support for mental health resources could be improved, and one in three players felt that they didn’t have sufficient nutrition.