Women's soccer in Costa Rica: A sociological look at the working, salary, and socio-historical conditions of female soccer players in the Costa Rican first division from 2019 to 2023

For coaches and administrators in women's soccer, this research from Costa Rica provides important insights into the current state of the game for female players. The study looks at the working conditions, pay, and the social and historical context of women's professional soccer in the country between 2019 and 2023. Researchers wanted to understand if the lower pay and challenges faced by female players are linked to long-standing patriarchal attitudes and to explore the everyday realities for these athletes.