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The call for equal pay has reached a high after the United States Women's National Team defeated the Netherlands in the FIFA Women's World Cup Final 2-0. Fans shouted for equal pay after the victory, and celebrities are, too.
The team receives only a fraction of the amount that men do by winning the World Cup and a fraction of the salary.
They filed a lawsuit in March 2018, in which they stated, "WNT players would earn a maximum of $99,000 or $4,950 per game, while similarly situated male MNT players would earn an average of $263,320 or $13,166 per game against the various levels of competition they would face. A 20-game winning top tier WNT player would earn only 38% of the compensation of a similarly situated MNT player. "
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Throughout the tournament, these celebrities and politicians have joined the team in their fight for equal pay.
Congratulations to the #USWNT on their 4th World Cup win! These athletes have brought more attention, support, & pride to women’s sport than perhaps any other team in history. It is long past time to pay them what they rightly deserve. 🇺🇸🏆🏆🏆🏆 #USAvNED#WorldCupfinal#EqualPay
This. "These athletes generate more revenue and garner higher tv ratings but get paid less simply because they are women. It is time for the Federation to correct this disparity once and for all.” https://t.co/Vw89Beoy6f
As we get ready to cheer on the #USWNT in Sunday’s final, let's note that they’re fighting for equal pay—and their advocacy could help all female athletes. I’m proud to stand with @mpinoe and this team for fighting to win, on and off the field. https://t.co/DG7jfmfWfmpic.twitter.com/2oMMnCMSw0
Can we all please shut up about this equal pay for women? Pay em more. They earned it. More people watch them than the men, cause our men lose. Whoever sells more tickets should get the money. It’s that fucking simple. Fellas, step it up, and win. Pay the ladies🇺🇸
Come on @FIFAWorldCup let’s take this great moment and remove gender from the equation and go for parity and EQUAL PAY! You can do it. The WORLD is watching! #EQUALPAYFOREQUALPLAY
Maybe 4 wins is enough for #FIFA to finally realize these incredible women deserve #equalpay. When the men are getting paid 4-5x what the ladies’ salary cap is.....something doesn’t add up. @USWNT#USWNTpic.twitter.com/WiI3S82Xau
Equal pay for exceptionally supreme work is the least these athletes deserve. Anything less is a shame and travesty to their sport.
With that said, these women have the attention of the world. All eyes on them and their glorious victory! Yas! They. Did. That! #USWMTpic.twitter.com/OR1wm1rr8R
Congratulations to the @USWNT on a record-breaking FOURTH world championship. You’re inspiring millions, including the next generation of champions, who should not have to fight for equal pay. #OneNationOneTeamhttps://t.co/6x87N3wfNp
The @USWNT fought hard and brought home yet another World Cup title, making history as back-to-back champions.
This team makes our country to proud—they shouldn't have to fight just to be paid what they deserve. pic.twitter.com/KhoszOjNh5
— Kirsten Gillibrand (@SenGillibrand) July 8, 2019
Rep. Ayanna Pressley
Grace and grit under pressure. Bringing home the gold & inspiring the next generation on and off the field. With the world watching, you made us so proud @USWNT