The US Women's National Team was scheduled to play Australia this afternoon in Detroit as part of their tour of international friendlies following their World Cup gold medal run. Unfortunately, this match was cancelled due to the Aussies' heavy negotiations between the Football Federation Australia and the players, who are seeking an increase in salaries and other benefits.
During the US's dominant run to a gold medal this past summer, it was well documented that women athletes receive unequal pay compared to that of their male counterparts. Propelling this discussion was the story that USWNT stars Morgan Brian and Meghan Klingenberg live with former NBA coach, Jeff Van Gundy, while playing for the Houston Dash as part of the team's host family program.