Football Australia faces dispute over unpaid Socceroos World Cup fees

Socceroos players have not received their match fees three months after competing in the World Cup. The delay comes as both male and female national team players pursue legal action against Football Australia (FA) regarding a revenue-sharing agreement dispute.

Football Australia, which reported a $23 million loss over the last two financial years, attributed the delay to complex North American taxation obligations. The governing body stated it is working with the Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) to resolve the matter once specialist tax advice is finalized.

Players who participated in games or served as unused substitutes earn approximately $6,000 per match. Those involved in all six matches, including friendlies and World Cup games, are reportedly owed roughly $36,000.