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Rodman becomes world’s highest-paid women’s footballer

GERALDENE HELENA ABENA OTOO
Published January 23, 2026
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American star Trinity Rodman has reportedly become the highest-paid women’s footballer in the world after agreeing to a landmark new contract that reflects her rising status both on and off the pitch.

The 22-year-old forward, who plays for Washington Spirit and the United States women’s national team, is said to have secured a deal that sets a new benchmark in the women’s game. The agreement significantly increases her salary while also strengthening her commercial and endorsement portfolio.

Rodman’s rise has been rapid. Since breaking into professional football as a teenager, she has established herself as one of the most dynamic attackers in the game, combining pace, power and creativity. Her performances in domestic competition and on the international stage have made her one of the most recognisable faces in women’s football.

The record-breaking contract is widely seen as a reflection of Rodman’s impact beyond goals and assists. She has become a global marketing draw, attracting major sponsorships and helping to elevate the visibility and commercial value of the women’s game.

Speaking previously about the growth of women’s football, Rodman has consistently stressed the importance of fair pay and equal opportunities, and her new status is being viewed as a major step forward in that broader fight.

The deal also underlines the rapid evolution of the women’s game, with clubs and leagues increasingly willing to invest heavily in elite talent. For Rodman, the milestone cements her position as one of the sport’s leading figures and a symbol of the new era of professionalism in women’s football.

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