The U.S. women’s national team (USWNT) reached a settlement with the U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) to receive equal pay for years to come, ending a six-year fight Feb. 22. The settlement will ensure not only equal pay with its male counterparts but also offers the women’s team millions in back pay, equal pay on all fronts including world cup bonuses, and equality when it comes to equipment.
“There are a lot of on-field accomplishments like World Cups and Olympics, league championships, but this will really stand out as one of the most meaningful moments,” current USWNT defender, Becky Sauerbrunn told Associated Press.