England are among the favorites to win the World Cup, aiming to end 60 years of waiting since their 1966 triumph. The squad is packed with world-class talent under manager Thomas Tuchel. While international football is about national pride, players do receive financial rewards for their participation.
How much do England players get paid?
England players earn approximately £2,000 per game for the Three Lions. However, since 2007, they have donated these match fees to the England Football Foundation, which distributes the money to charities. The initiative has raised over £15 million. In comparison, the average Premier League salary is around £4 million per year, with England stars like Declan Rice (£12m at Arsenal) and Harry Kane (£21m at Bayern Munich) earning significantly more.
Additional income sources
Players can also earn bonuses for reaching tournament stages or winning the competition. They may receive a share of the prize money paid by FIFA to the Football Association. England will receive at least £6.7 million for participating, with the champions earning £37.2 million.
World Cup prize money breakdown
- Group stage: £6.7 million
- Round of 32: £8.2 million
- Round of 16: £11.2 million
- Quarter-finals: £14 million
- Fourth place: £20 million
- Third place: £21.6 million
- Runners-up: £24.6 million
- Winners: £37.2 million
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