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*me after 17 days of not messaging back* sorry I was too sad to reply what’s up haha

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adulthood is carefully writing a two paragraph email that could actually just be reduced completely to “hey, what the fuck”

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random national team : wins

american commentators : they’re so good because they, uh, went on vacation in California, USA™ once, this is undoubtedly where their talent comes from

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108 Women’s World Cup Players on Their Jobs, Money and Sacrificing Everything

Did you ever have to play on boys’ teams, or against boys, growing up?

‘Yes, every day.’ Natalia Campos, 27, Chile goalkeeper

How many jobs do you have in addition to playing soccer?

‘Aside from studying, two.’ Daniela Pardo, 31, Chile midfielder

About how much money did you make playing soccer this year?

‘Not much. I don’t get a salary, only travel expenses for the national team on FIFA dates.’ Natalia Campos, 27, Chile goalkeeper

What’s the best part of being a female soccer player?

‘Wearing the badge of your country.’ Daniela Pardo, 31, Chile defender

What’s one thing you always do before a game?

‘I listen to romantic music.’ Javiera Grez, 18, Chile forward

man this article really highlights how far the game has come yet all the catching up that still needs to happen. this part here was like a sucker punch to the chest. obviously it’s great that the uswnt are so highly paid - but when juxtaposed to the argentina player it just hurts how unbalanced the game is. I really truly hope this tournament is a turning point, because it’s just awful that the men are paid £200k a week yet some of these women can’t afford to get through the month :(

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