Women’s football is on course to become a billion-dollar industry, but the growth of the sport is not being matched by secure or well-paid employment for many professional players, according to a Fifpro survey.
The survey indicates that players continue to face low wages despite the expected expansion of the women’s game. Many are also working under insecure contracts, leaving them with less certainty about their employment and financial position.
Alongside these concerns, the survey highlights rising psychological stress among players. The findings suggest that the commercial development of women’s football is bringing increased pressure without ensuring that all those involved benefit from improved working conditions.
Fifpro’s assessment points to a widening gap between the sport’s projected economic value and the experiences of many of its players. While women’s football moves towards billion-dollar status, the survey indicates that pay, job security and mental wellbeing remain significant issues.
The latest findings underline the challenges facing the sport as it continues to grow, with players’ working conditions remaining a central concern alongside its commercial progress.
