The United States Soccer Federation has announced an equal distribution of $16 million in World Cup prize money between the national men’s team and the national women’s team.

According to ESPN, the federation has implemented this allocation as part of its commitment to equal compensation for both squads. The division provides each team with $8 million from the combined prize pool.

This decision reflects ongoing international discourse regarding gender equity in professional football. The U.S. Soccer Federation has previously advocated for salary parity and equal treatment of male and female athletes at the national level.

The specific allocation of funds within each team and the timeline for disbursement have not been detailed in available sources.