Global women's seven-a-side football series launched with $100m investment
Briefly

The World Sevens Football, a new global women's seven-a-side football tournament, is set to launch its inaugural event in Portugal from May 21-23. With a commitment of $100 million over five years, the series aims to enhance the profile and market of women's football worldwide. Each event will offer $5 million in prize money, with the winning team receiving $2.5 million. Guided by an advisory council of former players, including Tobin Heath and Caroline Seger, the tournament emphasizes player involvement and aims for significant global outreach through streaming on DAZN.
The series, called the World Sevens Football, is set to kick off in Portugal from May 21-23, promising $5 million prize money per event.
Investing $100 million over five years, the tournament is designed to enhance the visibility and market of women's football globally through a unique format.
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