U.S. men’s national team exits World Cup, women’s team shares $6 million payout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 9:16 PM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
The U.S. men’s national team was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup following a 4-1 defeat to Belgium in the round of 16. Despite the loss, the team secures a share of approximately $12 million in World Cup prize money, split equally with the women's team due to a revenue-sharing agreement. This payout stems from a landmark collective bargaining agreement that ensures both national teams receive equal shares of tournament earnings. The agreement emerged after years of advocacy by the U.S. women's team, who have historically gained more success in international competitions. The funds will remain in an account until after the 2027 Women’s World Cup cycle.
- •U.S. men’s team lost 4-1 to Belgium in round of 16
- •Approximately $12 million to be shared equally with women’s team
- •Revenue-sharing agreement was established from a 2022 deal
- •Players from both teams will benefit from the World Cup earnings
- •Funds will be allocated following the 2027 Women’s World Cup
- 9:16 PMYahoo Sports — U.S. men’s World Cup exit still means a $6 million payday for both the men’s and women’s teams
"The U.S. men’s national team left the 2026 men’s World Cup with little more than bruised egos after Monday night’s 4-1 loss to Belgium in the round of 16. However, the consolation prize is not insignificant: a $15 million FIFA payday, and its impact will expand to the entire federation. A sizable share of that money is also headed to the U.S. women’s national team, not because stars including Trinity Rodman and Lindsey Heaps took part in the tournament as World Cup ball presenters, but because t
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