It’s no secret that women make less money than men in nearly every industry, earning approximately 82 cents to every man’s dollar — and nationally ranked athletes are no exception.
The National Women’s Soccer League Players Association estimates that 75% of the NWSL players make $31,000 or less. Meanwhile, male players in the Major Soccer League had an average salary of nearly $400,000. However, the NWSL is making some changes this year and has partnered with UKG, a national payroll provider. UKG will be donating over a million dollars to NWSL to boost the winnings for female players in the NWSL Challenge Cup. UKG will be the first-ever title sponsor of the tournament.
