CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -The federation announced in May that it had struck separate agreements with the players’ unions on contracts that run through 2028. The new contracts include identical pay structures for appearances and tournament victories, revenue sharing and equitable distribution of World Cup prize money.

Detailed explanation-2: -U.S. Women’s National Team Qualifies for 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. MONTERREY, Mexico (July 7, 2022) – The U.S. Women’s National Team has secured a berth to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

Detailed explanation-3: -The bipartisan S. 2333 Equal Pay for Team USA Act requires that all athletes representing the United States in global athletic competitions receive equal compensation and benefits in their sport, regardless of gender. It also will require equal payment for medical care, travel and expenses.

Detailed explanation-4: -2022 equal pay agreement The terms of settlement also require equal pay for both male and female soccer player for friendlies, tournaments and even the World Cup. This means that the USWNT will receive a share of the prize money from the 2022 FIFA World Cup games.