FIFA has announced plans to double the prize money for the Women's World Cup, though the increase still falls short of achieving pay parity with the men's tournament. The decision was reported on Friday, October 30, 2026.
The governing body's move represents a significant increase in funding for the women's game, but critics and players' unions have long advocated for equal prize pools between the men's and women's World Cups. The current disparity remains substantial despite the proposed doubling.
Details on the exact figures for the next Women's World Cup cycle were not immediately specified in the announcement. FIFA has faced mounting pressure in recent years to address gender inequality in prize money, with the 2023 Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand highlighting the gap.
