American football star Megan Rapinoe criticised Manchester United for the lack of investment in women's soccer around the world. The World Cup-winning midfielder said it is "disgraceful" that a club like Manchester United had taken so long to revive their team.

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English giant Manchester United received a lot of criticism for not forming a team after their women's side was scrapped in 2005 and were granted a licence to play in the second-tier Championship in 2018.

The team was immediately promoted to the Women's Super League (WSL) and finished fourth in their maiden campaign in the top flight. They lead the table after six games this season following Sunday's 1-0 win over Arsenal.

"Women's football in England is the same as in America. It's so far behind because of what we've had to overcome in the lack of investment," Rapinoe told the BBC.

"It's 2020. How long has the Premier League been around? And we're only just seeing a club like Manchester United put effort and pounds towards a women's team? Frankly, it's disgraceful."

Many America's women's international players have joined the WSL this year, including Tobin Heath and Christen Press who were signed by Manchester United. Rose Lavelle and &nbsp;Sam Mewis were signed by Manchester City. Alex Morgan earned a loan term to Tottenham Hotspurs.&nbsp;

2019 Ballon d'Or winner Rapinoe chose to opt-out of National Women's Soccer League competitions this year.

"I've had a few teammates go abroad and play, while I'm training and trying to keep fit in the hopes that eventually we'll be out of this hellscape," Rapinoe said.

"I want to keep playing. I'm definitely not anywhere near retirement - I absolutely want to play at the Olympics."

American football star Megan Rapinoe criticised Manchester United for the lack of investment in women's soccer around the world. The World Cup-winning midfielder said it is "disgraceful" that a club like Manchester United had taken so long to revive their team.

American football star Megan Rapinoe criticised Manchester United for the lack of investment in women's soccer around the world. The World Cup-winning midfielder said it is "disgraceful" that a club like Manchester United had taken so long to revive their team. Also read: UK's travel ban on Denmark affects Premier League stars and Nations League English giant Manchester United received a lot of criticism for not forming a team after their women's side was scrapped in 2005 and were granted a licence to play in the second-tier Championship in 2018. The team was immediately promoted to the Women's Super League (WSL) and finished fourth in their maiden campaign in the top flight. They lead the table after six games this season following Sunday's 1-0 win over Arsenal. "Women's football in England is the same as in America. It's so far behind because of what we've had to overcome in the lack of investment," Rapinoe told the BBC. "It's 2020. How long has the Premier League been around? And we're only just seeing a club like Manchester United put effort and pounds towards a women's team? Frankly, it's disgraceful." Many America's women's international players have joined the WSL this year, including Tobin Heath and Christen Press who were signed by Manchester United. Rose Lavelle and Sam Mewis were signed by Manchester City. Alex Morgan earned a loan term to Tottenham Hotspurs. 2019 Ballon d'Or winner Rapinoe chose to opt-out of National Women's Soccer League competitions this year. "I've had a few teammates go abroad and play, while I'm training and trying to keep fit in the hopes that eventually we'll be out of this hellscape," Rapinoe said. "I want to keep playing. I'm definitely not anywhere near retirement - I absolutely want to play at the Olympics."

'Disgraceful': Rapinoe lashes out at Man Utd for over delayed investment in women's team

On Thursday, Megan Rapinoe thanked the US men's team for showing solidarity in their fight for equal pay. She said that she is "very confident" about a favourable verdict in this matter.&nbsp;

US women's soccer team have been fighting with the US Soccer Federation since 2016, they want to get paid as much as the men's team does. The women's team are asking for $67 million as their backpay.

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The American men's national team had backed the voice of Women's team for 'equal pay'.

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In a strong statement released on the website of the US National Soccer Team Players Association, the men squad had joined the reigning World Champions in their fight for equal pay.&nbsp;

The men's team said: "We do not want a US Soccer Federation that behaves like FIFA."

Rapinoe has played a significant role in this dispute and is leading the demands for equality. She told the reporters ahead of the USA's SheBelieves Cup opener that she was grateful to the men's team for their support.&nbsp;

Megan said: "It was much appreciated".

"(The men) have been a little light on statements before, you need to be educated if you weigh in and it seems like they took time to make the statement they wanted but I have been saying for a long time that we all have to stand together.

"They think they deserve more money too and they said that. If they are being underpaid we are likely being underpaid too so it was a nice show of support and I look forward to more solidarity between the two teams."

28 members of the US women's team has to file class-action gender discrimination against US Soccer Federation. The trial is expected to begin in May.

On Thursday, Megan Rapinoe thanked the US men's team for showing solidarity in their fight for equal pay. She said that she is "very confident" about a favourable verdict in this matter.

On Thursday, Megan Rapinoe thanked the US men's team for showing solidarity in their fight for equal pay. She said that she is "very confident" about a favourable verdict in this matter. US women's soccer team have been fighting with the US Soccer Federation since 2016, they want to get paid as much as the men's team does. The women's team are asking for $67 million as their backpay. Also read: US women's team fights back against governing body's pay claims The American men's national team had backed the voice of Women's team for 'equal pay'. Also read: United States men's team slams US soccer, backs 'equal pay' for women national team In a strong statement released on the website of the US National Soccer Team Players Association, the men squad had joined the reigning World Champions in their fight for equal pay. The men's team said: "We do not want a US Soccer Federation that behaves like FIFA." Rapinoe has played a significant role in this dispute and is leading the demands for equality. She told the reporters ahead of the USA's SheBelieves Cup opener that she was grateful to the men's team for their support. Megan said: "It was much appreciated". "(The men) have been a little light on statements before, you need to be educated if you weigh in and it seems like they took time to make the statement they wanted but I have been saying for a long time that we all have to stand together. "They think they deserve more money too and they said that. If they are being underpaid we are likely being underpaid too so it was a nice show of support and I look forward to more solidarity between the two teams." 28 members of the US women's team has to file class-action gender discrimination against US Soccer Federation. The trial is expected to begin in May.

'It was much appreciated', says Megan Rapinoe after men show solidarity for equal pay

At the 2019 Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly Award (ESPY), a resounding voice for equal pay for women was heard and it's a welcome change at an international platform such as this.&nbsp;

It started with the night’s host Tracy Morgan supporting the US women’s national soccer team’s battle for financial parity. The soccer team took the stage at the awards night following their historic World Cup win.&nbsp;

Hollywood actress Sandra Bullock who presented the best team award also made a new kind of a pledge -- her allegiance to the women's ongoing fight for equal pay. Before handing the mic to co-captain Carli Lloyd of the team, Sandra said, "All those in favor of equal pay, say I.”

Carli Lloyd and fellow co-captain Megan Rapinoe kept their remarks short and sweet but Tracy made sure to reiterate this as he kept the show going. He was heard saying, “Let’s pay these ladies and let’s fight cancer.”

Before the best team award was handed out, Alex Morgan took home the trophy for best female athlete. She said, "Sorry, but this is probably the second-best trophy we won this week.”

The issue first took centre stage when in March, 28 players on the women's team filed a federal lawsuit against the US Soccer Federation alleging that they are paid less than the US men's national team, despite having a better record and generating more revenue.

After the women’s team defeated the Netherlands during Sunday's championship game chants of “equal pay!” broke out.&nbsp;

The team was earlier honoured with a ticker-tape parade along New York City's famed "Canyon of Heroes." There, Mayor Bill de Blasio chanted "U.S.A., equal pay!"

The 2019 ESPYs were held at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.&nbsp; 
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At the 2019 Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly Award (ESPY), a resounding voice for equal pay for women was heard and it's a welcome change at an international platform such as this.

At the 2019 Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly Award (ESPY), a resounding voice for equal pay for women was heard and it's a welcome change at an international platform such as this. It started with the night’s host Tracy Morgan supporting the US women’s national soccer team’s battle for financial parity. The soccer team took the stage at the awards night following their historic World Cup win. Hollywood actress Sandra Bullock who presented the best team award also made a new kind of a pledge -- her allegiance to the women's ongoing fight for equal pay. Before handing the mic to co-captain Carli Lloyd of the team, Sandra said, "All those in favor of equal pay, say I.” Carli Lloyd and fellow co-captain Megan Rapinoe kept their remarks short and sweet but Tracy made sure to reiterate this as he kept the show going. He was heard saying, “Let’s pay these ladies and let’s fight cancer.” Before the best team award was handed out, Alex Morgan took home the trophy for best female athlete. She said, "Sorry, but this is probably the second-best trophy we won this week.” The issue first took centre stage when in March, 28 players on the women's team filed a federal lawsuit against the US Soccer Federation alleging that they are paid less than the US men's national team, despite having a better record and generating more revenue. After the women’s team defeated the Netherlands during Sunday's championship game chants of “equal pay!” broke out. The team was earlier honoured with a ticker-tape parade along New York City's famed "Canyon of Heroes." There, Mayor Bill de Blasio chanted "U.S.A., equal pay!" The 2019 ESPYs were held at Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

Sandra Bullock calls for equal pay for US women’s national soccer team at ESPY Awards

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'Disgraceful': Rapinoe lashes out at Man Utd for over delayed investment in women's team

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