Red Roses players could earn £100k for World Cup success in 2029
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 11:32 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Red Roses have negotiated a new four-year pay agreement allowing top players to earn £100,000 if they successfully defend their Women's Rugby World Cup title in Australia in 2029. This agreement comes after a 25% raise over previous terms, with the RFU committing £24 million to women's rugby over the last decade. Despite the increase, earnings remain lower than those of women's cricketers and footballers. There are guarantees for 32 contracted players, with new contracts announced in the coming fortnight. Captain Meg Jones highlighted the importance of investment and player security in securing future success.
- •Red Roses could earn £100,000 for 2029 World Cup win.
- •Players receive a 25% pay increase under new contract.
- •RFU has invested £24 million into women's rugby in the last decade.
- •Captain Meg Jones emphasizes the importance of player security.
- •32 contracts guaranteed, with details to be announced soon.
- 11:32 AMYahoo Sports — Red Roses stars in line for £100k to retain World Cup
- 11:31 AMBBC Sport — Red Roses stars in line for £100k to retain World Cup
"The Red Roses' top stars stand to earn £100,000 with England in 2029 should they successfully defend their Women's Rugby World Cup title in Australia.
"The Red Roses' top stars stand to earn £100,000 with England in 2029 should they successfully defend their Women's Rugby World Cup title in Australia.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 23, 2026, 11:32 AMRed Roses stars in line for £100k to retain World Cup
The Red Roses' top stars stand to earn £100,000 with England in 2029 should they successfully defend their Women's Rugby World Cup title in Australia.
- BBC SportJun 23, 2026, 11:31 AMRed Roses stars in line for £100k to retain World Cup
The Red Roses' top stars stand to earn £100,000 with England in 2029 should they successfully defend their Women's Rugby World Cup title in Australia.
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