Alison Mcconnell

The USWNT will gain financially from the men’s World Cup performance due to a landmark equal pay agreement that splits prize money equally between squads. The arrangement, rooted in years of legal action and public pressure, contrasts with Scotland’s more limited financial environment, though similar pay‑equity discussions have taken place there. Scotland’s women prepare for crucial World Cup qualifying play‑offs, while Scottish clubs navigate significant financial and competitive pressures ahead of the new SWPL season.