FIFA Head Infantino Says Women’s World Cup Breaks Even but Plays Down Calls for Equal Prize Money

President of FIFA Gianni Infantino (L) shakes hands with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese ahead of the Women's World Cup semifinal soccer match between Australia and England at Stadium Australia in Sydney on Aug. 16, 2023. Mark Baker/AP Photo

SYDNEY—FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Friday that the Women’s World Cup has “broken even” after generating more than $570 million in revenue but dismissed suggestions for equal prize money with the men’s World Cup.

The current World Cup prize pools sit at $110 million for women and $440 million for men. Infantino has consistently played down calls for equal payments.