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UN urges FIFA to award equal prize money for Women’s World Cup

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2 years ago

August 11, 2023

The United Nations agency for women’s rights has called on FIFA to ensure equal prize money for the next Women’s World Cup, highlighting the stark gender disparity in football tournament rewards.

The call comes as FIFA’s president, Gianni Infantino, expressed intentions to achieve pay parity between the men’s 2026 World Cup and the women’s 2027 event.

Despite Infantino’s ambitions, the prize fund for the Women’s World Cup remains significantly smaller than that of the men’s tournament. The 32 women’s teams share £86 million ($110 million), while the men’s teams in the 2022 Qatar tournament received £344 million ($440 million).

UN Women’s sports lead, Jennifer Cooper, has emphasized the importance of holding FIFA accountable for their commitment to equalize the prize money by the 2027 Women’s World Cup. Cooper, along with the players’ union FIFPRO, aims to ensure that FIFA follows through on its promise.

Throughout the ongoing Women’s World Cup, UN Women has partnered with FIFA to promote gender equality, with the message being displayed on captains’ armbands. Cooper acknowledges that achieving equal pay across all national federations governed by FIFA will take time and additional transparency in fund distribution.

FIFA holds substantial cash reserves, amounting to more than £3 billion, which could be used to raise funding for the Women’s World Cup. However, Infantino has urged sponsors and broadcasters to invest more in women’s football to bridge the financial gap.

Developing women’s football

UN Women’s praise for FIFA’s efforts to accelerate prize money equality is accompanied by a call for further projects aimed at developing women’s football globally. Despite the progress, challenges remain, including concerns over whether the allocated funds will reach players.

Cooper underlines the necessity of supporting women’s teams at the national level, indicating that the acceleration of change in prize money is a positive step towards broader gender equality in football.

The development of women’s football has faced historical challenges, but as UN Women argues, it’s a critical time to invest in the sport to create a more equitable landscape.

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AI funding surge: How Nvidia and Oracle are reshaping capital markets

AI infrastructure revolutionizes capital raising, with Nvidia, OpenAI, and Oracle leading; explore funding shifts and future impacts.

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Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%: Budget decisions under pressure

Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%, raising concerns for households; Dr. Enticott discusses implications for everyday Australians and economic planning.

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February 3, 2026

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Australia’s inflation hits 3.8%, raising concerns for households; Dr. Enticott discusses implications for everyday Australians and economic planning.

Australia’s inflation has surged to 3.8%, sparking concern for households and businesses. Experts warn that rising prices could threaten financial stability if the government does not act in the upcoming budget.

Dr Steven Enticott from CIA Tax joins Ticker to break down what this inflation spike means for everyday Australians. He also explains why inflation above the Reserve Bank’s target band is particularly significant and how it affects economic planning.

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Wall Street gains momentum amid tech and earnings surge

U.S. stocks rose Monday, driven by Oracle gains, as investors overlooked recent silver and bitcoin losses ahead of earnings week.

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February 3, 2026

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U.S. stocks rose Monday, driven by Oracle gains, as investors overlooked recent silver and bitcoin losses ahead of earnings week.

U.S. equities climbed on Monday as Wall Street kicked off a new month of trading. Investors looked past recent losses in silver and bitcoin, with optimism returning to major indices. The S&P 500 rose 0.7%, led by gains in Oracle shares following the company’s announcement to raise up to £50 billion for cloud capacity.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average surged 501 points, while the Nasdaq Composite increased 0.9%. Analysts note that the broader market is showing resilience despite mixed signals from tech and commodities.

More than 100 S&P 500 companies are expected to report earnings this week. Strong growth is predicted, even as some high-profile sell-offs continue to make headlines.

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