Recent survey results from the World Cup have revealed a startling truth: women’s soccer players are receiving inadequate medical support and pay. The survey, conducted by the International Football Association Board (IFAB), surveyed players from all 32 teams that participated in the 2019 Women’s World Cup.
The results showed that only half of the teams had a full-time doctor on staff, and only one-third had a full-time physiotherapist. In addition, only one-third of teams had a dedicated medical staff member to provide medical care to players during matches. This lack of medical support is concerning, as it could lead to an increased risk of injury for players.
The survey also revealed that women’s soccer players are paid significantly less than their male counterparts. On average, male players were paid five times more than female players. This discrepancy is particularly concerning, as it suggests that women’s soccer is not being taken as seriously as men’s soccer.
The IFAB survey results are a wake-up call for the soccer world. Women’s soccer players deserve the same level of medical support and pay as their male counterparts. It is time for soccer organizations to take action and ensure that women’s soccer players are given the same level of respect and support as their male counterparts. Only then can we ensure that women’s soccer continues to grow and thrive.
