Money from the men's FA Cup prize pool could be redirected to support women's football, according to an independent review of the future of women's football in the UK.
The review, conducted by former England international Karen Carney, recommends wide-ranging reforms to capitalise on the success of the Lionesses' Euro2022 triumph.
Released just ahead of the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand, the review proposes redirecting a portion of the men's FA Cup prize money, which stands at £20 million.
This financial contribution would primarily assist Women's Championship clubs in meeting the minimum standards outlined in the review, including player salaries, training facilities, contact time with clubs, parental packages, and union representation.
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