Australia women's football team in landmark pay deal
Australia's women's football team, the Matildas, have struck a historic deal which will see them earn equal pay and entitlements on many key measures.
Football Federation Australia (FFA) said it means the top male and female players will be on the same pay scale.
But the men are likely to keep earning more due to the greater prize money typically on offer at their matches.
The Matildas are currently ranked 8th in the world while Australia's men's team, the Socceroos, come in 44th.
"This is a massive step taken to close the gender pay gap between the Socceroos and the Matildas," said FFA chief executive David Gallop.
Professional Footballers Australia, a union which represent both teams, said it was a "a commitment that is blind to gender".
