The 2023 Women’s World Cup is set to feature some of the wealthiest female footballers in the world. Let’s take a closer look at the top five richest players participating in the tournament.
At this year’s World Cup, three iconic names dominate the list of the richest female players: Marta Vieira Da Silva, Alex Morgan, and Megan Rapinoe.
They are joined by two prominent French players, Wendie Renard and Amandine Henry. With their impressive fortunes, these players not only showcase their skills on the pitch but also exemplify the growing financial rewards in women’s football.
Marta Vieira Da Silva (Brazil) – The Brazilian veteran striker, born in 1986, leads the list with a fortune of approximately $13 million.
Marta, a legend of Brazilian women’s football, has won the Best Female Player of the Year award six times. While she has never won a World Cup, Marta has scored an impressive 115 goals in 174 matches for Brazil.
Wendie Renard (France) – Wendie Renard, born in 1990, holds the captaincy for the French women’s team and boasts a fortune of $10 million. As a defender, Renard has made 114 appearances for the national team and receives a salary of $400,000 per year playing for Lyon.
Amandine Henry (France) – Ranking third on the list is French defensive midfielder Amandine Henry, born in 1989, with a fortune of $7 million. Overcoming a serious knee injury early in her career, Henry has risen to become one of the game’s greatest players. She recently made a move from Lyon to Angel City in the US championship.
Alex Morgan (USA) – With her beauty and talent, Alex Morgan has been a prominent name in women’s football for the past decade.
Born in 1989, Morgan earns $450,000 annually and possesses a fortune of $4 million. She has scored an impressive 121 goals in 206 matches for the US team and has been part of the victorious World Cup-winning squad twice.
Megan Rapinoe (USA) – Known for her charismatic personality and exceptional skills, Megan Rapinoe earns a salary of $445,000 per season and boasts a fortune of $3.7 million. Born in 1985, she has scored 63 goals in 196 matches for the US national team and has also won the World Cup twice.
As the 2023 Women’s World Cup approaches, these five incredibly talented and wealthy players will aim to leave their mark on the tournament, showcasing not only their skills but also the growing financial rewards and recognition in women’s football.
