On Tuesday, U.S Soccer agreed to end the six-year battle with the United States Women’s National Team (USWNT) to redefine the definition of equal pay & treatment when compared to the Men’s team.
A multi-million dollar settlement has been reached alongside a promise for equal pay for the women and men’s team and $22 million in back pay to the players alongside $2 million for post-career charitable opportunities.
“We are pleased to announce that, contingent on the negotiation of a new collective bargaining agreement, we will have resolved our longstanding dispute over equal pay and proudly stand together in a shared commitment to advancing equality in soccer. Getting to this day has not been easy.
“The U.S. Women’s National Team players have achieved unprecedented success while working to achieve equal pay for themselves and future athletes. Today, we recognize the legacy of the past USWNT leaders who helped to make this day possible, as well as all of the women and girls who will follow. Together, we dedicate this moment to them. We look forward to continuing to work together to grow women’s soccer and advance opportunities for young girls and women in the United States and across the globe.”
In May 2020, a previous agreement outlining the key components of the USWNT players’ lawsuit was dismissed by a federal judge. While an appeal was ongoing, it was far from a guarantee that the women would receive any damages.
The U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) committed to providing equal pay for the women’s and men’s teams — including World Cup bonuses — and will be subject to collective bargaining agreements with the unions that separately represent both national teams.
Once the settlement is finalized, all remaining claims left in the 2019 gender discrimination lawsuit will be resolved only under the ratification of a new contract between the players’ union for the USWNT and the USSF which will follow in the coming weeks.
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