The FIFA Women's World Cup has had an explosive start and has seen a number of the big names fall at the first hurdle, while other lower ranked nations have prevailed.
While the on pitch action has been exhilarating, the off pitch controversies have been a real cause for concern and women's players across the globe are forced to once again fight for equal pay and bonuses.
And looking at the top earnings players at the Women's World Cup, there is evidence that even the most elite women's players salaries pale in comparison to their male counterparts.
Using popular women's football website Soccerdonna, this is the list of the 13 highest paid women's footballers at the FIFA World Cup 2023.
5. Sophia Smith (USA) - $2m
The 22-year-old striker is one of the hottest properties on the planet and this is reflected by her place in this list. | Getty Images
6. Crystal Dunn (USA) - $2m
The pacey left back is known as one of the best modern day full backs on the planet. | Getty Images
7. Julie Ertz (USA) - $2m
As you can see, this list is dominated by the US team and Ertz is deservedly high up. A key member of multiple tournament winning squads. | Getty Images
8. Lindsey Horan (USA) - $1.5m
She's already made her mark in this World Cup with a goal in her team's opening game win over Vietnam - and she ranks high up this list. | Getty Images