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.
9. Rose Lavelle (USA) - $1.4m
A vital cog into the United Stats engine room for many tournaments now, it is no surprise to see her so high up this list. | Getty Images
10. Sofia Huerta (USA) - $1.3m
The 30-year-old OL Reign full back is one of the highest paid defenders in the game. | Getty Images
11. Ada Hegerberg (Norway) - $1.2m
The winner of the first ever women's Ballon d'Or just misses out on the top 10. | Getty Images
12. Chloe Kelly (England) -$1.2m
The hero in last year's Euro 2022 final is reportedly the Lionesses highest earner. | Getty Images