Nearly half of women footballers consider early retirement: Report. Around 49% of women's football players are considering leaving the game early for financial and mental health reasons, according to FIFPRO Global Employment Report 2026. Of them, 59% cited financial concerns and 46% psychological stress. The report said average inflation-adjusted monthly club wages have tripled since 2017 to $2,601 (₹2,47,476.31) but the median remains at $1,669 (₹1,58,799.68).