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Pitch Power World Tour

A comparative study series exploring the geopolitics and economics of different nations through their national soccer teams.

AAAdam Amster

Argentine Pitch Power

An in-depth investigation into the intersection of football, economics, and geopolitics in Argentina, comparing the men's and women's national teams.

Austrian Alpine Pitch Power

An investigation into Austrian football, Alpine geography, and economic ties to the European market.

Iraqi Lion Pitch Power

An exploration of soccer, national identity, and post-war reconstruction in Iraq, analyzing the Lions of Mesopotamia national soccer program.

French Hexagon Pitch Power

An investigation of France's elite soccer academies, the economics of Ligue 1, and the geopolitics of suburban Paris soccer.

Jordanian Shield Pitch Power

An exploration of Jordan's rise in Asian soccer, regional development, and the geopolitical role of sports infrastructure in the Middle East.

Algerian Desert Pitch Power

An investigation of Algerian soccer (Fennec Foxes), the geopolitics of French-Algerian dual citizenship, and soccer as a historic symbol of anti-colonial resistance.

Norwegian Fjord Pitch Power

An exploration of Norway's soccer renaissance, wealth from North Sea oil, and its high-income equality model in professional sports.

Senegalese Lion Pitch Power

An investigation of Senegal's national soccer program (Lions of Teranga), French-African economic ties, and community soccer academies.

Pitch Power World Tour

A comparative study series exploring the geopolitics and economics of different nations through their national soccer teams.

AAAdam Amster

Albiceleste Dossier Packet

The Argentina Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The National Flag

What does it mean?

Light Blue: Represents the bright sky and the clouds.
White: Symbolizes purity and the silver color of the country's name (Argentum).
The Sun of May: Represents the sun god and the start of the revolution for independence.

Where is the Power?

In Argentina, almost everything important happens in the capital city, Buenos Aires. Most big soccer clubs and scouts are there. Players from far-away provinces usually have to move to the capital to get noticed by the national team.

Did you know?

Both Messi and Maradona came from smaller towns, but they had to move to bigger cities to become famous.

Global Influence

Argentina has money problems, like rising prices (inflation). However, their soccer team is one of the best in the world. This gives the country a "good name" and makes people around the world admire Argentina.

3 WC Titles

Top Export

Argentina Dossier Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The Argentina Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 2 of 3

Money & Coaches

Men's National Team

Head Coach: Lionel Scaloni ($2,600,000)

Expected Formation: 4-3-3 or 4-4-2

Plan: Fast attacks and strong defense to protect their lead.

Yearly Revenue

$100M+

Last World Cup

Champions

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

2022

1st

2018

11th

2014

2nd

2010

5th

2006

6th

Women's National Team

Head Coach: Germán Portanova ($120,000)

Expected Formation: 4-5-1 or 4-2-3-1

Plan: Teaching the basics and playing together as a team.

Yearly Revenue

< $2,000,000

Last World Cup

Group Stage

Last 5 World Cup Appearances

2023

20th

2019

18th

2007

16th

2003

16th

Other

DNQ

Financial Comparison Data

Metric	Men's Team	Women's Team
Professional Status	Pro since 1931	Pro since 2019
World Cup Prize Money	$42,000,000 (Winner)	~$30,000 / player
League Strength	Very Strong (Global)	Growing (Local)
Club Support	Very High	Low (Increasing)

Argentina Dossier Fact Sheet 2 of 3

The Argentina Report

Full Roster Data Comparison

Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Men's National Team Starting Lineup

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Lionel Messi	Rosario	Inter Miami (USA)	$50M+
Enzo Fernández	San Martín	Chelsea (ENG)	$10M
Emi Martínez	Mar del Plata	Aston Villa (ENG)	$6M
R. De Paul	Sarandí	Atl. Madrid (SPA)	$4.5M
J. Álvarez	Calchín	Atl. Madrid (SPA)	$5M
A. Di María	Rosario	Benfica (POR)	$4M
A. Mac Allister	Santa Rosa	Liverpool (ENG)	$6.5M
C. Romero	Córdoba	Tottenham (ENG)	$8M
N. Otamendi	Buenos Aires	Benfica (POR)	$3M
N. Molina	Embalse	Atl. Madrid (SPA)	$1.5M
Lautaro Martínez	Bahía Blanca	Inter Milan (ITA)	$11M

Women's National Team Starting Lineup

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Estefanía Banini	Mendoza	Atl. Madrid (SPA)	$75k
Yamila Rodríguez	Posadas	Santos (BRA)	$40k
F. Bonsegundo	Morteros	Madrid CFF (SPA)	$55k
Aldana Cometti	Buenos Aires	Madrid CFF (SPA)	$60k
Vanina Correa	Villa Diego	Rosario Cent. (ARG)	$25k
Eliana Stábile	Merlo	Santos (BRA)	$35k
Sophia Braun	Beaverton (USA)	León (MEX)	$45k
Miriam Mayorga	Bariloche	Boca Juniors (ARG)	$30k
Daiana Falfán	Hurlingham	UAI Urquiza (ARG)	$20k
Romina Núñez	Tandil	UAI Urquiza (ARG)	$20k
Mariana Larroquette	Ituzaingó	Orlando Pride (USA)	$70k

Data Hunt: Compare the 'Club (Country)' for both teams. What do you notice about where the Men's team players play compared to the Women's team? Talk about this with your partner.

Argentina Dossier Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Pitch Data Worksheet

Soccer Data Activity

Analyzing the Argentina National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The National Symbol

Based on your report, what does the 'Sun of May' on the Argentine flag represent?

Why is 'White' one of the colors on the flag?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Look at the full rosters on Fact Sheet 3. Find Lautaro Martínez (Men) and Mariana Larroquette (Women). How many times more money does Lautaro make? ($11,000,000 ÷ $70,000).

2. Look for the player Enzo Fernández and the player Yamila Rodríguez. Were they both born in the same province? Explain how their birthplaces show the "centralist" geography mentioned in the report.

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $2,600,000, while the Women's coach makes $120,000. Based on your reading, why do you think the AFA spends so much more on the Men's coach?

4. Scan the club countries for both teams. Which team has more players playing at home in Argentina? Why do the best players from the other team move to Europe or the USA?

Part 3: Fairness in Sports

Important Fact: The Men's team has been professional for over 90 years (since 1931). The Women's team has only been professional for 5 years (since 2019).

5. Do you think the prize money for the World Cup should be the same for men and women? Give two reasons for your answer based on what you read.

ARG-6TH-WS-V3 Argentina Full Roster Study

Pitch Data Answer Key

Teacher Answer Key

Soccer Data Activity (Full Roster Edition)

REF: ARG-6TH-KEY-V2

Part 0: The National Symbol

Sun of May Meaning

It represents the sun god and the start of the revolution for independence.

White Meaning

It symbolizes purity and the color of silver (Argentum).

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Pay Gap Calculation

$11,000,000 ÷ $70,000 = 157.14
Lautaro Martínez makes about 157 times more than Larroquette.

2. Centralist Geography

Fernández was born in Buenos Aires (Capital/Hub). Rodríguez was born in Misiones (Interior). This shows players from the interior provinces are often the minority or must move to reach the big clubs.

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. Pay Difference

The Men's team makes significantly more revenue ($100M+) and are World Champions. The AFA spends more because the team brings in more commercial money.

4. Home vs Foreign Clubs

The Women's team has more players in Argentina. The Men move because leagues in England, USA, and Italy pay much higher salaries.

Part 3: Fairness in Sports

5. Prize Money Debate

Sample Answer: "I think they should be closer because the women's team has only been pro since 2019. They need more time and funding to grow their league to be as big as the men's."

Teacher Answer Key • Argentina Soccer Study • Page 1 of 1

Austrian Eagle Dossier Packet

The Austria Report

Soccer, History, and Alpine Geography

Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The National Flag

What does it mean?

The Austrian flag is one of the oldest in the world! Legend says it comes from the Siege of Acre in 1191.

The Legend: Duke Leopold V's white tunic was soaked in red blood after a battle, except for the part under his belt, which stayed white.
Modern Meaning: Today, the red and white represent the country's freedom and its long history in Europe.

Vienna vs. The Mountains

Austria is a small country in the middle of Europe. While the capital, Vienna, is the center of politics and history, soccer talent is spread out across different provinces like Salzburg and Styria.

Soccer Culture:

Soccer is the #1 sport in the cities, but in the mountains, skiing is just as popular!

European Connections

Austria is a wealthy country. They use soccer to build strong relationships with their neighbors, especially Germany. Most of the best Austrian players move to Germany to play in the famous Bundesliga.

Top EU Economy

Bundesliga Pipeline

Austria Dossier Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The Austria Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 2 of 3

Money & Coaches

Men's National Team

Head Coach: Ralf Rangnick ($1,500,000)

Expected Formation: 4-2-3-1 or 4-4-2

Plan: High-speed pressing (Gegenpressing) to win the ball back in transition.

Yearly Budget

$25M+

Best World Cup

3rd (1954)

Last 5 WC Appearances (History)

1998

23rd

1990

18th

1982

8th

1978

7th

1958

15th

Women's National Team

Head Coach: Irene Fuhrmann ($110,000)

Expected Formation: 4-1-4-1 or 4-3-3

Plan: Compact and rigid defensive lines with high discipline and transition play.

Yearly Budget

~$1.5M

Best Euro

Semi-Finals

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

Never

Qual.

Euro'17

Austrian Pitch Data Worksheet

Alpine Pitch Activity

Analyzing the Austrian National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The Legend of the Flag

According to the report, what happened to Duke Leopold V's tunic that created the flag colors?

Which sport is mentioned as being "just as popular" as soccer in the Austrian mountains?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Look at Fact Sheet 3. Find David Alaba (Men) and Manuela Zinsberger (Women). How many times more money does Alaba make? ($12,000,000 ÷ $250,000).

2. Count how many players in the Men's and Women's rosters were born in Vienna. Why do you think the capital city produces so many top athletes?

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $1,500,000. The Women's coach makes $110,000. Based on Fact Sheet 2, give one reason why the Men's coach is paid more.

The German Pipeline

4. Scan the "Club (Country)" column. Which country appears most often for both teams? Why do Austrian players move there instead of staying in Austria?

Part 3: Fairness in Sports

Important Fact: Austria's Women's team reached the Semi-Finals of the Euro tournament in 2017. This was their first time ever in the tournament!

5. Should the AFA (Austrian Football Association) increase the budget for the Women's team? Use one piece of evidence from the report to support your answer.

AUT-6TH-WS-V1 Austrian Eagle Pitch Study

Austrian Pitch Data Answer Key

Teacher Answer Key

Austrian Alpine Pitch Activity

REF: AUT-6TH-KEY

Part 0: The National Symbol

Flag Origin

The white tunic of Duke Leopold V was covered in blood except for the area under his belt.

Mountain Sport

Skiing is just as popular as soccer in the mountains.

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Pay Gap Calculation

$12,000,000 ÷ $250,000 = 48
David Alaba makes about 48 times more than Zinsberger.

2. Vienna Count

Students should count approx 5-6 men and 4 women born in Vienna. The capital has more clubs, better facilities, and more scouts.

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. Pay Difference

The Men's team has a much larger budget ($25M+) and generates more sponsorship revenue (e.g., Raiffeisen Bank).

4. The German Pipeline

Germany is the most common country. Players move there because the German Bundesliga is much richer and more famous than the Austrian league.

Part 3: Fairness in Sports

5. Equity Debate

Sample Answer: "Yes, because the women reached the semi-finals in 2017 even with a smaller budget. If they had more money for training, they might win the whole tournament."

Teacher Answer Key • Austria Soccer Study • Page 1 of 1

Austrian Pitch Data Worksheet

Alpine Pitch Activity

Analyzing the Austrian National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The Legend of the Flag

According to the report, what happened to Duke Leopold V's tunic that created the flag colors?

Which sport is mentioned as being "just as popular" as soccer in the Austrian mountains?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Look at Fact Sheet 3. Find David Alaba (Men) and Manuela Zinsberger (Women). How many times more money does Alaba make? ($12,000,000 ÷ $250,000).

2. Count how many players in the Men's and Women's rosters were born in Vienna. Why do you think the capital city produces so many top athletes?

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $1,500,000. The Women's coach makes $110,000. Based on Fact Sheet 2, give one reason why the Men's coach is paid more.

The German Pipeline

4. Scan the "Club (Country)" column. Which country appears most often? Why do Austrian players move there instead of staying at home?

Part 3: Fairness in Sports

Important Fact: Austria's Women's team reached the Semi-Finals of the Euro tournament in 2017. This was their first time ever in the tournament!

5. Should the OFB (Austrian Football Association) increase the budget for the Women's team? Use one piece of evidence from the report to support your answer.

AUT-6TH-WS-V2 Austrian Eagle Pitch Study

Iraqi Lion Dossier Packet

The Iraq Report

Soccer, Unity, and Reconstruction

Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The National Flag

الله أكبر

What does it mean?

Red: Represents courage, struggle, and the blood of those who fought for the country.
White: Symbolizes a bright future, peace, and tolerance.
Kufic Script: The green Arabic words read "Allahu Akbar" (God is Greatest), representing Iraq's historical faith and culture.

Baghdad & Regional Pride

Iraq is a country recovering from conflict. The capital, Baghdad, is the historical heart of the nation where many soccer stars are scouted. However, players from northern regions like Erbil (Iraqi Kurdistan) and southern ports like Basra represent regional diversity coming together.

A Historic Victory:

In 2007, Iraq's men's soccer team won the Asian Cup, bringing Sunni, Shia, and Kurdish citizens together in celebration across the entire nation.

Lions of Mesopotamia

The national team is nicknamed the **Lions of Mesopotamia**, referencing Iraq's ancient history between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers. Soccer is Iraq's most popular sport and serves as a powerful symbol of national reconstruction and hope.

National Unity

Rebuilding Pride

Iraq Dossier Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The Iraq Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 2 of 3

Money & Coaches

Men's National Team

Head Coach: Jesús Casas ($1,200,000)

Expected Formation: 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3

Plan: Balanced attacking structure utilizing skilled wingers and physical target strikers.

Yearly Budget

$12M+

Best Finish

Asian Cup Champion

Last 5 WC Appearances (History)

2022

DNQ

2018

DNQ

2014

DNQ

2010

DNQ

1986

24th

Women's National Team

Head Coach: Jamil Shanshal ($60,000)

Expected Formation: 4-5-1 or 5-4-1

Plan: Defensive discipline and physical organization. Developing basic technical soccer systems.

Yearly Budget

~$400k

Status

Developing

Iraqi Lion Pitch Data Worksheet

الله أكبر

Mesopotamian Pitch Activity

Analyzing the Iraqi National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The National Symbol

Based on Fact Sheet 1, what do the green Arabic words in the center represent?

What does the color 'Red' on the Iraqi flag represent?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Look at the full rosters on Fact Sheet 3. Find Zidane Iqbal (Men) and Zahra Ali (Women). How many times more money does Zidane make? Show your division below. ($800,000 ÷ $10,000).

2. Look at the birthplaces of both teams. Notice how many male players were born outside of Iraq (in Sweden, Germany, England). Why do you think so many Iraqi male players play abroad or were born abroad?

IRQ-6TH-WS-V1 Iraq Full Roster Study • Page 1 of 2

الله أكبر

Mesopotamian Pitch Activity

Analyzing the Iraqi National Teams

Page 2 of 2

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $1,200,000, while the Women's coach makes $60,000. Based on your reading of Fact Sheet 2, why does the Iraqi Football Association spend so much more on the Men's coach?

4. Scan the club column on the Women's team. What is unique about where they play? Why is it more difficult for women's soccer programs in conflict-recovering areas to get foreign club contracts?

Part 3: Sports and Peace

Important Fact: In 2007, amidst a period of extreme war, the Iraqi soccer team came together across different regional and religious backgrounds to win the Asian Cup. It was described as one of the most unifying events in Middle Eastern history.

5. Do you think international organizations should invest more in sports programs (like women's and men's soccer) in countries rebuilding after war? Give two reasons to support your view.

IRQ-6TH-WS-V1 Iraq Full Roster Study • Page 2 of 2

Iraqi Lion Pitch Data Answer Key

Teacher Answer Key

Mesopotamian Pitch Activity (Iraq Edition)

REF: IRQ-6TH-KEY-V1

Part 0: The National Symbol

Kufic Script Meaning

It reads "Allahu Akbar" (God is Greatest), representing the country's cultural faith and long history.

Red Stripe Meaning

It represents courage, struggle, and the blood of those who fought for Iraq's independence.

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Pay Gap Calculation

$800,000 ÷ $10,000 = 80
Zidane Iqbal makes exactly 80 times more than Zahra Ali.

2. Diaspora Players

Many players play in European leagues because those leagues have more money and better infrastructure. Due to past conflicts, many Iraqi families moved to countries like Sweden or Germany (diaspora), where players received high-quality training from a young age.

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. Coach Pay Difference

The Men's team generates far more commercial revenue, sponsorship, and national focus, allowing the IFA to invest in a high-profile international coach like Jesús Casas to compete on the global stage.

4. Women's League Limits

The female players almost all play for domestic clubs like Erbil SC, Al-Zawraa, and Al-Shorta. Women's soccer is in a developmental phase with less international scouting, making local clubs and regional futsal tournaments their primary path.

Part 3: Sports and Peace

5. Sports Funding in Post-War Recovery

Sample Answer: "Yes, because soccer is extremely popular and brings people together. In 2007, the national team proved that soccer could unite Sunni, Shia, and Kurdish citizens when nothing else could. Investing in sports gives youth hope and helps rebuild national pride after hard times."

Teacher Answer Key • Iraq Soccer Study • Page 1 of 1

French Hexagon Dossier Packet

The France Report

Soccer, Academy Systems, and Suburban Power

Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The National Flag

What does it mean?

Blue: Historically represents the capital city of Paris and its patron saint, Saint Martin.
White: Represents the ancient monarchy and royal authority.
Red: Represents revolution, courage, and the people of Paris.

Suburban Paris Pipeline

France is nicknamed the **"Hexagon"** due to its geographic shape. The capital, **Paris**, and particularly its surrounding multi-ethnic working-class suburbs (*banlieues*) like Bondy, produce more world-class soccer talent than almost any other region on Earth.

Black-Blanc-Beur:

This slogan (Black, White, Arab) was used when France won the 1998 World Cup, celebrating how soccer united the country's diverse immigrant communities.

Clairefontaine

France is famous for its state-funded national academy, **Clairefontaine**. The best young players are sent there for elite training, tuition-free, combining high-quality schooling with professional soccer development.

2-Time WC Champions

Academy Model

France Dossier Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The France Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 2 of 3

Money & Coaches

Men's National Team

Head Coach: Didier Deschamps ($3,800,000)

Expected Formation: 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3

Plan: Direct, fast transition attacks relying on elite world-class individual speed and defensive stability.

Yearly Revenue

$150M+

Best Finish

Champions ('98, '18)

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

2022

2nd

2018

1st

2014

7th

2010

29th

2006

2nd

Women's National Team

Head Coach: Laurent Bonadei ($450,000)

Expected Formation: 4-3-3 or 4-4-2

Plan: Possession soccer with highly structured build-up from the back and wide wing crossings.

Yearly Budget

~$15M

Best Finish

4th Place (2011)

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

2023

5th

2019

French Hexagon Pitch Data Worksheet

Gallic Pitch Activity

Analyzing the French National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The National Symbol

Based on Fact Sheet 1, what does the color 'White' historically represent on the French flag?

What is France's geographic nickname, and why is it called that?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Look at the full rosters on Fact Sheet 3. Find Kylian Mbappé (Men) and Wendie Renard (Women). How many times more money does Mbappé make? Show your division below. ($35,000,000 ÷ $450,000).

2. Count how many total players on the Men's and Women's rosters were born in the **Paris Suburbs** (Paris Sub). Why do you think this specific metropolitan area produces so many elite soccer players?

FRA-6TH-WS-V1 France Full Roster Study • Page 1 of 2

Gallic Pitch Activity

Analyzing the French National Teams

Page 2 of 2

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $3,800,000, while the Women's coach makes $450,000. Based on your reading of Fact Sheet 2, why does the French Football Federation (FFF) spend so much more on the Men's coach?

4. Look at the clubs where French female players play compared to the men. Do more women stay in the local French league (FRA) or go to foreign clubs? Why do you think that is?

Part 3: Sports and Integration

Important Fact: France's elite youth academy, **Clairefontaine**, is fully state-funded and free of charge. This allows talented children from low-income, working-class immigrant families to access world-class soccer coaching and education equally.

5. How does a free, state-funded training system like Clairefontaine promote "Fraternity" and "Equality" in France? Use one piece of evidence from the dossier to support your argument.

FRA-6TH-WS-V1 France Full Roster Study • Page 2 of 2

French Hexagon Pitch Data Answer Key

Teacher Answer Key

Gallic Pitch Activity (France Edition)

REF: FRA-6TH-KEY-V1

Part 0: The National Symbol

White Stripe Meaning

It historically represents the ancient monarchy and royal authority in France.

France Nickname

France is nicknamed the **"Hexagon"** because of its geometric, six-sided geographic shape on maps.

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Pay Gap Calculation

$35,000,000 ÷ $450,000 = 77.78
Kylian Mbappé makes about 77.8 times more than Wendie Renard.

2. Paris Suburbs Hotspot

Students should count 2 men (Saliba, Zaïre-Emery) and 4 women (Diani, Katoto, De Almeida) born in the Paris Suburbs (Total: 5-6). Paris has dense populations, highly active local clubs, state scouts, and an intense competitive soccer culture in the housing developments (*banlieues*).

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. Coach Pay Difference

The Men's team generates over $150M in commercial revenue, major sponsorships, and global broadcast contracts, justifying the higher investment in Didier Deschamps compared to the Women's coach.

4. Club Leagues Comparison

Many of France's top women stay in France playing for domestic powerhouses like Lyon and PSG, because France has one of the world's absolute strongest domestic leagues (Première Ligue) for women. The men also play for PSG but are highly distributed globally (Real Madrid, Arsenal, Bayern).

Part 3: Sports and Integration

5. Clairefontaine and National Values

Sample Answer: "Clairefontaine is state-funded and completely free, meaning that talent, not family money, determines who gets in. This supports Equality. It also supports Fraternity (brotherhood) by bringing together children of different immigrant and local backgrounds to live, learn, and play together as French citizens."

Teacher Answer Key • France Soccer Study • Page 1 of 1

Jordanian Shield Dossier Packet

The Jordan Report

Soccer, Royal Support, and Regional Growth

Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The National Flag

★

What does it mean?

Black, White, Green: Represent the historic dynasties of the Arab world.
Red Chevron: Represents the Hashemite ruling family and unity.
The Seven-Pointed Star: Symbolizes the seven verses of the first chapter of the Holy Qur'an (Al-Fatiha) and hope.

Amman: The Soccer Hub

Jordan is a stable oasis in the Middle East. The capital, Amman, hosts the royal sport infrastructure and the primary stadium where the national teams train. Nearly all top clubs, such as Al-Faisaly and Al-Wehdat, are located in the capital city.

The Royal Game:

Jordan's Royal Family, especially Prince Ali bin Al Hussein, has heavily funded soccer development, making it a key element of Jordan's regional soft power.

The Chivalrous

The men's national soccer team is nicknamed **"Al-Nashama"** (The Chivalrous). They shocked the continent by reaching the **2023 AFC Asian Cup Final**, their highest sporting achievement in national history.

Asian Cup Runners-up

Middle East Power

Jordan Dossier Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The Jordan Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 2 of 3

Money & Coaches

Men's National Team

Head Coach: Houcine Ammouta ($1,100,000)

Expected Formation: 3-4-2-1 or 3-4-3

Plan: Defensive flexibility and highly lethal counter-attacks through star wingers like Al-Taamari.

Yearly Budget

$9M+

Last World Cup

Never Qual.

Last 5 WC Appearances (History)

2022

DNQ

2018

DNQ

2014

DNQ

2010

DNQ

2006

DNQ

Women's National Team

Head Coach: Maher Abu Hantash ($50,000)

Expected Formation: 4-5-1 or 4-2-3-1

Plan: High physical work rate, wide attacking play, and strong focus on penalty-box defense.

Yearly Budget

~$500k

WAFF Cup

5-Time Champ

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

Never

Jordanian Shield Pitch Data Worksheet

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Jordanian Shield Activity

Analyzing the Jordanian National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The National Symbol

According to Fact Sheet 1, what does the seven-pointed star on the flag symbolize?

What is the nickname of the Jordanian men's national soccer team and what does it mean?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Find Mousa Al-Taamari (Men) and Maysa Jbarah (Women) on Fact Sheet 3. How many times more money does Mousa make than Maysa? Show your division. ($2,500,000 ÷ $12,000).

2. Review the birthplaces of players on both teams. Which city represents the vast majority of players? Explain how this demonstrates geographic centralization of sports resources in Jordan.

JOR-6TH-WS-V1 Jordan Full Roster Study • Page 1 of 2

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Jordanian Shield Activity

Analyzing the Jordanian National Teams

Page 2 of 2

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $1,100,000, while the Women's coach makes $50,000. Based on your reading of Fact Sheet 2, why does the JFA spend so much more on the Men's head coach?

4. Look at the club countries for the Men's team compared to the Women's. What do you notice about where the top male players move? Why do they play abroad, and what country hosts several female players?

Part 3: Sports and Soft Power

Important Fact: Jordan's Royal Family has prioritized funding sports infrastructure, helping Jordan successfully host major events like the FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup, establishing Jordan as a progressive leader in regional athletics.

5. Why do governments and royal families spend millions of dollars building soccer stadiums and hosting world sports tournaments? Give two reasons based on what you read in the dossier.

JOR-6TH-WS-V1 Jordan Full Roster Study • Page 2 of 2

Jordanian Shield Pitch Data Answer Key

Teacher Answer Key

Jordanian Shield Activity (Jordan Edition)

REF: JOR-6TH-KEY-V1

Part 0: The National Symbol

Seven-Pointed Star

It represents the seven verses of Al-Fatiha (the first chapter of the Holy Qur'an), as well as hope and national unity.

National Nickname

They are nicknamed **"Al-Nashama"**, which translates to **"The Chivalrous"** (noble, courageous, and proud).

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Pay Gap Calculation

$2,500,000 ÷ $12,000 = 208.33
Mousa Al-Taamari makes approximately 208 times more than Maysa Jbarah.

2. Amman Centralization

The capital, **Amman**, represents almost the entire roster (12 out of 14 men, and 11 out of 14 women). This shows that high-profile sports funding, stadiums, and scouting networks are deeply centralized in the capital city, making it difficult for regional towns to compete.

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. Coach Pay Difference

The Men's team receives significantly more commercial attention and royal/government financial backing due to its participation in highly lucrative tournaments like the AFC Asian Cup and World Cup Qualifiers.

4. Club Leagues Comparison

Top men like Al-Taamari play in elite foreign leagues (France/Qatar/Malaysia) for high commercial salaries. Most women stay in Amman (Al-Ahli, Al-Ittihad) although Saudi Arabia (Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad) has recently begun signing top players like Maysa Jbarah.

Part 3: Sports and Soft Power

5. Sports and Soft Power

Sample Answer: "Governments invest in sports and host tournaments because it acts as 'soft power'. It builds a positive global image for the country, attracts tourists, encourages business ties, and proves to other countries that they are stable, modern, and capable of hosting major international events."

Teacher Answer Key • Jordan Soccer Study • Page 1 of 1

Algerian Desert Dossier Packet

The Algeria Report

Soccer, Liberation, and Dual Nationality

Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The National Flag

★

What does it mean?

Green: Represents nature, life, and the traditional color of Islam.
White: Symbolizes purity, peace, and clean horizons.
Red Crescent & Star: Represents the struggle for freedom and the blood of the martyrs who died fighting for independence.

Soccer as Rebellion

Algeria gained independence from **France** in 1962. Before independence, Algerian players secretly escaped France to form the **FLN team** (National Liberation Front), traveling the world to play matches and protest French colonial rule, proving soccer can be a tool of freedom.

Fennec Foxes:

Nicknamed "Les Fennecs" (The Fennec Foxes, after the small desert fox), the team represents Algeria's survival, speed, and intelligence in the harsh Sahara climate.

The French Pipeline

Because millions of Algerians immigrated to France, many top players are born and trained in elite French academies. However, due to heritage, they choose to play for Algeria, creating a complex geopolitical connection between the two countries.

2-Time African Champions

Dual-National Core

Algeria Dossier Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The Algeria Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 2 of 3

Money & Coaches

Men's National Team

Head Coach: Vladimir Petković ($1,500,000)

Expected Formation: 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1

Plan: Compact structured midfield, hard pressing, and quick switches to skilled wingers.

Yearly Revenue

$30M+

Last World Cup

R16 (2014)

Last 5 WC Finishes (History)

2022

DNQ

2018

DNQ

2014

14th

2010

28th

1986

22nd

Women's National Team

Head Coach: Farid Benstiti ($70,000)

Expected Formation: 4-4-2 or 4-3-3

Plan: Direct transition attacks, heavy focus on physical defensive shielding and quick counter-runs.

Yearly Budget

~$1.2M

Best Finish

Group (AFCON)

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

Algerian Desert Pitch Data Worksheet

★

Desert Foxes Activity

Analyzing the Algerian National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The National Symbol

Based on Fact Sheet 1, what does the 'Red' color in the crescent and star represent?

What is the nickname of the Algerian soccer team, and what animal does it reference?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Look at Fact Sheet 3. Find Riyad Mahrez (Men) and Lina Boussaha (Women). How many times more money does Riyad make than Lina? Show your math. ($30,000,000 ÷ $65,000).

2. Look at the birthplaces on both rosters. How many players on both squads were born in **France** (FRA)? Why do so many players born and trained in France choose to play for Algeria?

ALG-6TH-WS-V1 Algeria Full Roster Study • Page 1 of 2

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Desert Foxes Activity

Analyzing the Algerian National Teams

Page 2 of 2

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $1,500,000, while the Women's coach makes $70,000. Based on your reading of Fact Sheet 2, why does the FAF spend so much more on the Men's head coach?

4. Scan the club countries for both squads. Why do almost all French-born Algerian players (both men and women) play for European clubs, and why are local Algerian clubs struggling to keep their top players?

Part 3: Sports and Anti-Colonial Resistance

Important Fact: Before Algeria was independent, its best players secretly fled France to form the FLN team. They traveled the world playing soccer to represent an independent Algeria, risking their careers to protest French colonial rule.

5. How does the story of the FLN rebel soccer team show that sports can be used as a peaceful "weapon" for independence? Explain in your own words using details from the report.

ALG-6TH-WS-V1 Algeria Full Roster Study • Page 2 of 2

Algerian Desert Pitch Data Answer Key

Teacher Answer Key

Desert Foxes Activity (Algeria Edition)

REF: ALG-6TH-KEY-V1

Part 0: The National Symbol

Red Crescent and Star

It represents the struggle for freedom and the blood of the martyrs who died fighting French colonial rule for Algerian independence.

National Nickname

They are nicknamed the **"Fennec Foxes"** (or Desert Foxes) after the small, fast, and highly resilient fox native to the Sahara desert.

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Pay Gap Calculation

$30,000,000 ÷ $65,000 = 461.54
Riyad Mahrez makes approximately 461.5 times more than Lina Boussaha.

2. French-Born Players

Students should count 9 men and 11 women born in France (FRA). Because of historic colonial ties and immigration, millions of Algerians live in France. Their children train in France's world-class academies but choose to play for Algeria, creating a deep geopolitical connection.

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. Coach Pay Difference

The Algerian Football Federation (FAF) spends significantly more on Vladimir Petković because the Men's team generates large revenues through TV rights, sponsorships (Mobilis), and World Cup participation.

4. European Club Dominance

Top dual-national players sign with rich European clubs (Dortmund, Milan, Wolves, Metz, Nantes) because of higher pay and better competition. Local Algerian clubs struggle to retain talent due to smaller budgets and lack of commercial contracts.

Part 3: Sports and Anti-Colonial Resistance

5. FLN Rebel Team Analysis

Sample Answer: "The FLN rebel team traveled the world to play soccer and represent an independent Algeria before they even had their own government. By showing their skills and patriotism on international fields, they drew global attention to their struggle for freedom, proving sports can be a peaceful weapon to win world sympathy."

Teacher Answer Key • Algeria Soccer Study • Page 1 of 1

Norwegian Fjord Dossier Packet

The Norway Report

Soccer, North Sea Oil, and the Nordic Model

Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The National Flag

What does it mean?

Red, White, and Blue: Reflects the colors of democratic freedom, inspired by the French and US flags.
Nordic Cross: Represents Norway's traditional Christian heritage and close ties to other Scandinavian nations like Sweden and Denmark.

North Sea Oil Wealth

Norway is one of the richest countries in the world, largely due to **North Sea Oil** discovered in 1969. The government saves this money in a gigantic national fund, ensuring excellent state-funded sports facilities, indoor soccer domes, and schools for all children.

Oslo vs Coastal Fjords:

While the capital **Oslo** is a central hub, many elite players come from tiny coastal towns like Bryne (Haaland's home) or northern cities, thanks to local community-owned fields.

Egalitarian Nordic Model

Norway prioritizes high-income equality, equal opportunity, and gender fairness. In 2017, Norway became the **first nation in the world** to sign a historic equal-pay agreement, paying their Men's and Women's national soccer teams exactly the same fee!

Equal National Pay

High Trust Economy

Norway Dossier Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The Norway Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 2 of 3

Money & Coaches

Men's National Team

Head Coach: Ståle Solbakken ($1,300,000)

Expected Formation: 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1

Plan: Power attacking transitions, physical direct long balls to Erling Haaland, and disciplined flat midfield block.

Yearly Revenue

$35M+

Last World Cup

Never Qual (Recent)

Last 5 WC Appearances (History)

2022

DNQ

2018

DNQ

2014

DNQ

2010

DNQ

1998

14th

Women's National Team

Head Coach: Gemma Grainger ($180,000)

Expected Formation: 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1

Plan: Highly organized possession, creative freedom for Graham Hansen, and rapid wing overlap crossing.

Yearly Budget

~$10M

Last World Cup

R16 (2023)

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

Norwegian Fjord Pitch Data Worksheet

Fjord Pitch Activity

Analyzing the Norwegian National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The National Symbol

According to Fact Sheet 1, what does the 'Nordic Cross' design on the flag represent?

How did Norway fund its highly modern, nation-wide sports facilities?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Find Erling Haaland (Men) and Caroline Graham Hansen (Women) on Fact Sheet 3. How many times more money does Erling make in his club? Show your math. ($45,000,000 ÷ $450,000).

2. Analyze player birthplaces on Page 3. Unlike other highly centralized countries, how does Norway demonstrate a wide coastal geographic spread? What role do community public fields play?

NOR-6TH-WS-V1 Norway Full Roster Study • Page 1 of 2

Fjord Pitch Activity

Analyzing the Norwegian National Teams

Page 2 of 2

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $1,300,000, while the Women's coach makes $180,000. Give one economic reason why the men's coach is paid more, despite the women's historically superior World Cup success.

4. Scan the club countries for both squads. Where do the vast majority of players play their club soccer? Why is the Norwegian domestic league smaller than England's or Spain's?

Part 3: Sports and Equal Pay

Important Fact: In 2017, Norway's Football Association signed a ground-breaking equal-pay agreement, making it the first federation globally to pay their Men's and Women's national squads identical fees for representing their country.

5. Do you think other nations should follow Norway's model and enforce equal-pay agreements for representing national teams? Give two reasons based on the report to justify your stance.

NOR-6TH-WS-V1 Norway Full Roster Study • Page 2 of 2

Norwegian Fjord Pitch Data Answer Key

Teacher Answer Key

Fjord Pitch Activity (Norway Edition)

REF: NOR-6TH-KEY-V1

Part 0: The National Symbol

Nordic Cross

It represents Norway's traditional Christian heritage and its historical/geographic connection to Scandinavia (Sweden, Denmark).

State Infrastructure Funding

Norway's modern facilities are funded by state oil wealth from the North Sea, which is saved in a massive sovereign wealth fund.

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Pay Gap Calculation

$45,000,000 ÷ $450,000 = 100
Erling Haaland makes exactly 100 times more in club pay than Caroline Graham Hansen.

2. Coastal Fjord Spread

Players are born in small coastal towns (Bryne, Molde, Sunndalsøra, Bergen, Harstad), not just Oslo. Because of the egalitarian Nordic model, the state builds indoor soccer domes and fields in almost every small village, ensuring equal opportunity regardless of geography.

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. Coach Pay Difference

Even with equal-pay agreements on national team fees, the men's national team brings in higher commercial revenues, ticket sales, and sponsorships, allowing the NFF to pay a higher salary to the Men's coach to secure top talent.

4. Domestic vs Foreign Clubs

Almost all players play in rich foreign leagues (England, Spain, Germany). The Norwegian domestic league is small and has a lower budget, so players move abroad to earn commercial wages and compete at the highest level.

Part 3: Sports and Equal Pay

5. Equal-Pay Debate

Sample Answer: "Yes, because representing a national team is about national pride and patriotism, not corporate club revenue. When representing their country, men and women perform the same duty and put in the same hard work, so the national federation should treat and pay them equally."

Teacher Answer Key • Norway Soccer Study • Page 1 of 1

Senegalese Lion Dossier Packet

The Senegal Report

Soccer, Community Academies, and the Spirit of Teranga

Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The National Flag

★

What does it mean?

Green: Symbolizes hope, progress, and represents the country's primary agricultural fields.
Yellow: Represents natural wealth, mineral resources, and the fruit of collective labor.
Red: Represents sacrifice, the struggle for independence, and the lifeblood of the nation.

Diambars & Generation Foot

Senegal has become Africa's premier soccer pipeline due to privately funded academies like **Diambars** and **Génération Foot**. These boarding schools provide elite professional coaching alongside regular academic schooling, preparing local youths for global contracts.

Teranga Hospitality:

"Teranga" is a Wolof word meaning warmth, hospitality, and respect. It represents the collective community-focused spirit of Senegalese soccer.

Lions of Teranga

The national team is nicknamed the **Lions of Teranga**. They are a global soccer force, winning the **Africa Cup of Nations in 2022** and reaching the World Cup knockout rounds, serving as a huge source of pride and soft power for West Africa.

AFCON Champion

Elite Talent Export

Senegal Dossier Fact Sheet 1 of 3

The Senegal Report

Soccer, Money, and Geography

Fact Sheet 2 of 3

Money & Coaches

Men's National Team

Head Coach: Aliou Cissé ($600,000)

Expected Formation: 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1

Plan: Power defense, rapid transition counters through pacey wingers, and physical aerial strength on set pieces.

Yearly Budget

$15M+

Last World Cup

R16 (2022)

Last 5 WC Appearances (History)

2022

10th

2018

17th

2002

7th

DNQ

Women's National Team

Head Coach: Mame Moussa Cissé ($50,000)

Expected Formation: 4-5-1 or 4-3-3

Plan: Compact tactical lines, heavy focus on physical defensive speed, and direct counters.

Yearly Budget

~$800k

WAFU Cup

Champions

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

Senegalese Lion Pitch Data Worksheet

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Lion of Teranga Activity

Analyzing the Senegalese National Teams

Name:

Date:

Part 0: The National Symbol

According to Fact Sheet 1, what does the color 'Yellow' represent on the Senegal flag?

What is the national team's nickname, and what does the Wolof word "Teranga" mean?

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Find Sadio Mané (Men) and Hapsatou Diallo (Women) on Fact Sheet 3. How many times more money does Sadio make in his club than Hapsatou? Show your math. ($20,000,000 ÷ $30,000).

2. Review the birthplaces of players on both squads. Note how many stars come from rural areas (like Bambali, Ziguinchor, Tambacounda) rather than the capital city. How do boarding academies help rural kids reach international clubs?

SEN-6TH-WS-V1 Senegal Full Roster Study • Page 1 of 2

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Lion of Teranga Activity

Analyzing the Senegalese National Teams

Page 2 of 2

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. The Men's coach makes $600,000, while the Women's coach makes $50,000. Based on your reading of Fact Sheet 2, why does the Senegalese Football Federation (FSF) spend so much more on the Men's coach?

4. Scan the club countries for both squads. Where do the vast majority of players move? Why do almost all Senegalese stars choose to play in Europe (France/Spain) or Saudi Arabia instead of staying in Senegal?

Part 3: Sports and Community

Important Fact: Many Senegalese soccer legends (like Sadio Mané) use their multimillion-dollar salaries to build public schools, hospitals, and clean water wells in their poor, remote home villages (like Bambali), showing the true spirit of "Teranga."

5. Do you think elite athletes have a social responsibility to give back to their home communities? Use details about Sadio Mané or the spirit of "Teranga" to support your answer with two reasons.

SEN-6TH-WS-V1 Senegal Full Roster Study • Page 2 of 2

Senegalese Lion Pitch Data Answer Key

Teacher Answer Key

Lion of Teranga Activity (Senegal Edition)

REF: SEN-6TH-KEY-V1

Part 0: The National Symbol

Yellow Stripe Meaning

It represents Senegal's natural wealth, mineral resources, and the fruit of collective labor.

Teranga Meaning

The national nickname is the **Lions of Teranga**. "Teranga" is a Wolof word meaning warmth, hospitality, respect, and community-focused sharing.

Part 1: Geography and Pay

1. Pay Gap Calculation

$20,000,000 ÷ $30,000 = 666.67
Sadio Mané makes approximately 667 times more than Hapsatou Diallo.

2. Boarding Academies & Rural Stars

Many players are born in rural regions (Bambali, Ziguinchor, Tambacounda) rather than Dakar. Elite community academies like Diambars and Génération Foot scout rural villages and provide free boarding, professional training, and standard education, creating pathways for talented children regardless of family wealth.

Part 2: The Money Gap

3. Coach Pay Difference

The Men's team brings in heavy commercial revenue, broadcast rights, and sponsorships (Orange Senegal). This allows the FSF to spend significantly more on securing a top coach like Aliou Cissé to maintain global competitiveness.

4. Club Leagues Comparison

Almost all top players move to European clubs (France, Spain, England) or Saudi Arabia, where club owners can afford multi-million dollar contracts. The domestic Senegalese league remains relatively small with limited commercial funds.

Part 3: Sports and Community

5. Social Responsibility

Sample Answer: "Yes, elite athletes have a social responsibility because their success is supported by their home community. In Senegal, this is called the spirit of 'Teranga' (sharing and respect). When stars like Sadio Mané use their wealth to build hospitals and schools, they are lifting their country out of poverty and giving the next generation of children a fair chance in life."

Teacher Answer Key • Senegal Soccer Study • Page 1 of 1

Semi

Euro'22

QF

Rank

#17

Est.

1990

Financial Comparison Data

Metric	Men's Team	Women's Team
Professional Status	Full-Pro (Global)	Pro / Semi-Pro
Top Player Salary	~$12,000,000	~$250,000
World Cup Prize	$9M (Participation)	~$30k / player
Major Sponsor	Raiffeisen Bank	ADMIRAL / Puma

Austria Dossier Fact Sheet 2 of 3

The Austria Report

Full Roster Data Comparison

Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Men's National Team Recent Call-ups

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
David Alaba	Vienna	Real Madrid (SPA)	$12M
Marcel Sabitzer	Wels	Dortmund (GER)	$6M
Konrad Laimer	Salzburg	Bayern Munich (GER)	$8M
C. Baumgartner	Horn	Leipzig (GER)	$4M
Xaver Schlager	Linz	Leipzig (GER)	$4M
Marko Arnautović	Vienna	Inter Milan (ITA)	$3.5M
Kevin Danso	Voitsberg	Lens (FRA)	$2M
M. Gregoritsch	Graz	Freiburg (GER)	$2.5M
Stefan Posch	Judenburg	Bologna (ITA)	$1.5M
Nicolas Seiwald	Kuchl	Leipzig (GER)	$2M
P. Mwene	Vienna	Mainz (GER)	$1.2M
Alexander Schlager	Salzburg	RB Salzburg (AUT)	$800k
M. Wöber	Vienna	M'gladbach (GER)	$2M
A. Weimann	Vienna	West Brom (ENG)	$1.5M

Women's National Team Recent Call-ups

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
M. Zinsberger	Stockerau	Arsenal (ENG)	$250k
Sarah Puntigam	Feldbach	Houston Dash (USA)	$180k
L. Feiersinger	Saalfelden	Roma (ITA)	$100k
Barbara Dunst	Graz	Frankfurt (GER)	$90k
Nicole Billa	Kufstein	Hoffenheim (GER)	$85k
Verena Hanshaw	Vienna	Frankfurt (GER)	$80k
Sarah Zadrazil	Bad Ischl	Bayern Munich (GER)	$150k
M. Georgieva	Vienna	Fiorentina (ITA)	$70k
C. Wenninger	Thal	Retired/Mentor	$0
Katharina Naschenweng	Spittal	Bayern Munich (GER)	$110k
Viktoria Schnaderbeck	Graz	Retired/Mentor	$0
Eileen Campbell	Feldkirch	Freiburg (GER)	$60k
Marie Höbinger	Vienna	Liverpool (ENG)	$95k
Virginia Kirchberger	Vienna	Frankfurt (GER)	$75k

Data Search: Look at the 'Birthplace' column. Notice how many players were born in Vienna compared to other smaller cities. Why do you think so many players come from the capital?

Austria Dossier Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Last 5 World Cup Finishes

Never

Qual.

WAFF

Group

Rank

N/A

Est.

2010

Active

Yes

Financial Comparison Data

Metric	Men's Team	Women's Team
Professional Status	Fully Professional	Amateur / Semi-Pro
Top Player Salary	~$800,000	~$15,000
League Support	Extremely High (Iraqi Stars League)	Low (Futsal-based leagues)
Primary Sponsor	Qi Card / Iraq Gov	IFA Development Fund

Iraq Dossier Fact Sheet 2 of 3

The Iraq Report

Full Roster Data Comparison

Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Men's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Zidane Iqbal	Manchester (ENG)	Utrecht (NED)	$800k
Aymen Hussein	Kirkuk	Al-Khor (QAT)	$600k
Ali Jasim	Baghdad	Como (ITA)	$500k
Amir Al-Ammari	Gothenburg (SWE)	Cracovia (POL)	$400k
Youssef Amyn	Essen (GER)	Braunschweig (GER)	$300k
Jalal Hassan	Baghdad	Al-Zawraa (IRQ)	$200k
Ibrahim Bayesh	Baghdad	Al-Quwa (IRQ)	$350k
Mohanad Ali	Baghdad	Al-Shorta (IRQ)	$450k
Rebin Sulaka	Erbil	FC Seoul (KOR)	$250k
Merchas Doski	Munich (GER)	Slovácko (CZE)	$200k
Hussein Ali	Stockholm (SWE)	Heerenveen (NED)	$350k
Bashar Resan	Baghdad	Al-Markhiya (QAT)	$500k
Saad Natiq	Najaf	Al-Quwa (IRQ)	$250k
Mustafa Saadoun	Baghdad	Al-Quwa (IRQ)	$150k

Women's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Khalat Al-Zebari	Duhok	Erbil SC (IRQ)	$15k
Zahra Ali	Baghdad	Al-Zawraa (IRQ)	$10k
Tiba Al-Qaisi	Baghdad	Al-Shorta (IRQ)	$12k
Sanya Shanshal	Baghdad	Al-Quwa (IRQ)	$10k
Diren Al-Bakr	Duhok	Erbil SC (IRQ)	$12k
Huda Al-Sarray	Baghdad	Al-Quwa (IRQ)	$10k
Nabaa Al-Saeed	Baghdad	Al-Zawraa (IRQ)	$8k
Larsa Shaker	Duhok	Erbil SC (IRQ)	$12k
Mayada Al-Taie	Baghdad	Al-Shorta (IRQ)	$10k
Tabarek Al-Ghazali	Baghdad	Al-Zawraa (IRQ)	$10k
Nour Al-Hoda	Baghdad	Al-Quwa (IRQ)	$8k
Rania Al-Mayahi	Basra	Al-Shorta (IRQ)	$10k
Zaynab Al-Delfi	Baghdad	Al-Zawraa (IRQ)	$8k
Asiac Al-Khafaji	Baghdad	Al-Shorta (IRQ)	$8k

Data Hunt: Look at where players on both teams play. What do you notice about the number of players playing in foreign clubs (diaspora/expatriates) on the Men's team compared to the Women's team? Talk about this with your partner.

Iraq Dossier Fact Sheet 3 of 3

6th

2015

5th

2011

4th

Other

DNQ

Financial Comparison Data

Metric	Men's Team	Women's Team
Professional Status	Full-Pro since 1932	Full-Pro since 2023
Top Player Salary	~$35,000,000	~$450,000
World Cup Prize	$30M (Runners-Up)	~$90k / player
League Strength	Extremely Strong (Ligue 1)	Elite (Première Ligue)

France Dossier Fact Sheet 2 of 3

The France Report

Full Roster Data Comparison

Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Men's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Kylian Mbappé	Paris	Real Madrid (SPA)	$35M
A. Griezmann	Mâcon	Atl. Madrid (SPA)	$12M
O. Dembélé	Vernon	PSG (FRA)	$15M
A. Tchouaméni	Rouen	Real Madrid (SPA)	$10M
E. Camavinga	Cabinda (ANG)	Real Madrid (SPA)	$10M
William Saliba	Bondy (Paris Sub)	Arsenal (ENG)	$12M
D. Upamecano	Évreux	Bayern Munich (GER)	$9M
Theo Hernández	Marseille	AC Milan (ITA)	$8M
Jules Koundé	Paris	Barcelona (SPA)	$10M
Mike Maignan	Cayenne (GUY)	AC Milan (ITA)	$7M
N'Golo Kanté	Paris	Al-Ittihad (KSA)	$15M
Marcus Thuram	Parma (ITA)	Inter Milan (ITA)	$8M
W. Zaïre-Emery	Montreuil (Paris Sub)	PSG (FRA)	$6M
Ibrahima Konaté	Paris	Liverpool (ENG)	$7.5M

Women's National Team Recent Call-ups

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Wendie Renard	Schoelcher (MQ)	Lyon (FRA)	$450k
E. Le Sommer	Grasse	Lyon (FRA)	$300k
Kadidiatou Diani	Ivry-sur-Seine (Paris Sub)	Lyon (FRA)	$400k
Grace Geyoro	Kolwezi (COD)	PSG (FRA)	$350k
Sakina Karchaoui	Salon-de-Provence	PSG (FRA)	$300k
Sandie Toletti	Bagnols	Real Madrid (SPA)	$200k
P. Peyraud-Magnin	Lyon	Juventus (ITA)	$180k
Kenza Dali	Ste-Foy-lès-Lyon	Aston Villa (ENG)	$150k
Griedge Mbock	Brest	PSG (FRA)	$250k
Selma Bacha	Lyon	Lyon (FRA)	$280k
Amandine Henry	Lille	Utah Royals (USA)	$200k
D. Cascarino	Saint-Priest	San Diego (USA)	$250k
M. Katoto	Colombes (Paris Sub)	PSG (FRA)	$380k
Elisa De Almeida	Châtenay (Paris Sub)	PSG (FRA)	$150k

Data Hunt: Look closely at the players' birthplaces. Note how many players on both squads were born in **Paris or its suburbs** (marked as Paris Sub). Why do you think this region is such a powerful hotspot for world-class soccer athletes?

France Dossier Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Qual.

WAFF'24

Winner

Rank

#74

Est.

2005

Active

Yes

Financial Comparison Data

Metric	Men's Team	Women's Team
Professional Status	Fully Professional	Amateur / Semi-Pro
Top Player Salary	~$2,500,000	~$12,000
League Support	High (Jordan Pro League)	Developing (Local Futsal/1st Div)
Primary Sponsor	Jordan Football Assoc	JFA Youth Development

Jordan Dossier Fact Sheet 2 of 3

The Jordan Report

Full Roster Data Comparison

Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Men's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Mousa Al-Taamari	Amman	Montpellier (FRA)	$2.5M
Yazan Al-Naimat	Amman	Al-Ahli (QAT)	$600k
Ali Olwan	Amman	Al-Shamal (QAT)	$450k
Nizar Al-Rashdan	Irbid	Al-Wehdat (JOR)	$120k
Noor Al-Rawabdeh	Amman	Selangor (MAS)	$250k
Ehsan Haddad	Irbid	Al-Faisaly (JOR)	$150k
Yazan Al-Arab	Amman	Muaither (QAT)	$300k
Salem Al-Ajalin	Amman	Al-Faisaly (JOR)	$100k
Abdallah Nasib	Amman	Al-Hussein (JOR)	$120k
Yazeed Abu Laila	Amman	Al-Jabalain (KSA)	$200k
Mahmoud Al-Mardi	Amman	Al-Hussein (JOR)	$130k
Bara' Marei	Amman	Al-Faisaly (JOR)	$90k
Ibrahim Sadeh	Amman	Al-Khor (QAT)	$220k
Rajaei Ayed	Amman	Al-Wehdat (JOR)	$110k

Women's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Maysa Jbarah	Amman	Al-Nassr (KSA)	$12k
Ayah Al-Majali	Karak	Al-Ahli (JOR)	$8k
Shahnaz Jibrin	Amman	Al-Ittihad (KSA)	$10k
Anfal Al-Sufy	Amman	Al-Ittihad (JOR)	$6k
Shorooq Shadhli	Amman	Al-Orthodox (JOR)	$6k
Yasmeen Khair	Amman	Al-Ahli (JOR)	$7k
Stephanie Al-Naber	Amman	Retired / Mentor	$0
Sherin Al-Shalabi	Amman	Al-Ittihad (JOR)	$8k
Rouzahan Fraij	Amman	Al-Ittihad (JOR)	$6k
Rand Abu-Hussein	Irbid	Al-Orthodox (JOR)	$5k
Tasneem Abu-Rob	Amman	Al-Ahli (JOR)	$6k
Lana Feras	Amman	Al-Ittihad (JOR)	$6k
Leen Al-Btoush	Karak	Al-Ahli (JOR)	$5k
Zaina Hazem	Amman	Al-Orthodox (JOR)	$5k

Data Hunt: Look at where players were born. Notice how many players come from **Amman** compared to Irbid or Karak. Why do you think resources and soccer success are so focused in the capital city?

Jordan Dossier Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Never

Qual.

AFCON

Group

Rank

#84

Est.

1997

Active

Yes

Financial Comparison Data

Metric	Men's Team	Women's Team
Professional Status	Fully Professional	Pro / Semi-Pro
Top Player Salary	~$6,000,000	~$65,000
League Strength	Strong (Ligue 1 Alger)	Growing (Local Algerian clubs)
Primary Sponsor	Mobilis / Puma	FAF Development Fund

Algeria Dossier Fact Sheet 2 of 3

The Algeria Report

Full Roster Data Comparison

Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Men's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Riyad Mahrez	Sarcelles (FRA)	Al-Ahli (KSA)	$30M
Ismaël Bennacer	Arles (FRA)	AC Milan (ITA)	$6M
Houssem Aouar	Lyon (FRA)	Al-Ittihad (KSA)	$4.5M
Amine Gouiri	Bourgoin (FRA)	Rennes (FRA)	$3.5M
Saïd Benrahma	Aïn Témouchent	Lyon (FRA)	$4M
Rayan Aït-Nouri	Limoges (FRA)	Wolves (ENG)	$2.5M
Ramy Bensebaini	Constantine	Dortmund (GER)	$3.8M
Youcef Atal	Boghni	Adana (TUR)	$1.5M
Aïssa Mandi	Châlons (FRA)	Lille (FRA)	$2M
Anthony Mandrea	Grasse (FRA)	Caen (FRA)	$800k
Baghdad Bounedjah	Oran	Al-Shamal (QAT)	$2M
Nabil Bentaleb	Lille (FRA)	Lille (FRA)	$2.2M
Farès Chaïbi	Lyon (FRA)	Frankfurt (GER)	$1.5M
Mohamed Amoura	Tahar	Wolfsburg (GER)	$1.8M

Women's National Team Recent Call-ups

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Inès Boutaleb	Saint-Priest (FRA)	Metz (FRA)	$45k
Lina Boussaha	Saint-Denis (FRA)	Al-Nassr (KSA)	$65k
Amira Ould Braham	Nantes (FRA)	Nantes (FRA)	$40k
Marine Dafeur	Lyon (FRA)	Fleury (FRA)	$35k
Sylia Koui	Saint-Denis (FRA)	Nantes (FRA)	$40k
Myriam Benlazar	Toulouse (FRA)	Auxerre (FRA)	$30k
Sofia Guellati	Saint-Denis (FRA)	Rodez (FRA)	$35k
Chloé N'Gazi	Saint-Denis (FRA)	Metz (FRA)	$30k
Shana Battouri	Paris (FRA)	Stade Brestois (FRA)	$25k
Morgane Belkhiter	La Ciotat (FRA)	Le Havre (FRA)	$35k
Naïma Bouhenni	Oran	Afak Relizane (ALG)	$15k
Imène El Ghazouani	Paris (FRA)	Metz (FRA)	$28k
Fatima Bara	Algiers	ASE Alger (ALG)	$12k
Wassila Alouache	Constantine	JF Khroub (ALG)	$12k

Data Hunt: Look at player birthplaces for both squads. Note how many Algerian national players were born in **France** (marked with FRA). Why do you think so many players born and trained in France choose to represent Algeria?

Algeria Dossier Fact Sheet 3 of 3

2023

13th

2019

8th

2015

10th

2011

10th

2007

4th

Financial Comparison Data

Metric	Men's Team	Women's Team
Professional Status	Full-Pro since 1911	Full-Pro since 1984
Top Player Club Salary	~$45,000,000	~$450,000
National Team Match Fees	100% Equal Fees	100% Equal Fees
Primary Sponsor	Norsk Tipping	Telenor / Nike

Norway Dossier Fact Sheet 2 of 3

The Norway Report

Full Roster Data Comparison

Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Men's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Erling Haaland	Leeds (ENG)	Man City (ENG)	$45M
Martin Ødegaard	Drammen	Arsenal (ENG)	$15M
Alexander Sørloth	Trondheim	Atl. Madrid (SPA)	$6M
Julian Ryerson	Lyngdal	Dortmund (GER)	$4.5M
Oscar Bobb	Oslo	Man City (ENG)	$3.2M
Leo Østigård	Molde	Rennes (FRA)	$2.5M
Kristoffer Ajer	Rælingen	Brentford (ENG)	$3.5M
Patrick Berg	Bodø	Bodø/Glimt (NOR)	$1.2M
Sander Berge	Bærum	Fulham (ENG)	$5M
Morten Thorsby	Oslo	Genoa (ITA)	$2M
Ørjan Nyland	Volda	Sevilla (SPA)	$1.5M
Hugo Vetlesen	Bærum	Club Brugge (BEL)	$1.8M
Andreas Hanche	Oslo	Mainz (GER)	$1.4M
Jørgen Strand Larsen	Halden	Wolves (ENG)	$2.2M

Women's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
C. Graham Hansen	Oslo	Barcelona (SPA)	$450k
Ada Hegerberg	Molde	Lyon (FRA)	$420k
Guro Reiten	Sunndalsøra	Chelsea (ENG)	$300k
Maren Mjelde	Bergen	Chelsea (ENG)	$150k
Frida Maanum	Oslo	Arsenal (ENG)	$180k
Vilde Bøe Risa	Bergen	Atl. Madrid (SPA)	$120k
Ingrid Engen	Trondheim	Barcelona (SPA)	$150k
Tuva Hansen	Bryne	Bayern Munich (GER)	$110k
Elisabeth Terland	Jørpeland	Man United (ENG)	$130k
Aurora Mikalsen	Kristiansund	Brann (NOR)	$60k
Sophie Haug	Oslo	Liverpool (ENG)	$140k
Mathilde Harviken	Elverum	Rosenborg (NOR)	$50k
Celin Bizet	Oslo	Tottenham (ENG)	$100k
Thea Bjelde	Harstad	Vålerenga (NOR)	$55k

Data Hunt: Look closely at player birthplaces. Notice the wide geographical spread across Norway's fjords (Bergen, Trondheim, Molde, Bryne, Harstad) on both squads. How does the government's state funding of public fields support talent in small, remote villages?

Norway Dossier Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Never

Qual.

WAFU'23

Champ

Rank

#82

Est.

2002

Active

Yes

Financial Comparison Data

Metric	Men's Team	Women's Team
Professional Status	Fully Professional	Amateur / Semi-Pro
Top Player Club Salary	~$20,000,000	~$30,000
League Strength	Growing (Ligue 1 Senegal)	Local (Amateur FSF League)
Primary Sponsor	Orange Senegal / Puma	FSF Youth Development Fund

Senegal Dossier Fact Sheet 2 of 3

The Senegal Report

Full Roster Data Comparison

Fact Sheet 3 of 3

Men's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Sadio Mané	Bambali	Al-Nassr (KSA)	$20M
Kalidou Koulibaly	Saint-Dié (FRA)	Al-Hilal (KSA)	$18M
Nicolas Jackson	Banjul (GAM)	Chelsea (ENG)	$5M
Idrissa Gueye	Dakar	Everton (ENG)	$4M
Edouard Mendy	Montivilliers (FRA)	Al-Ahli (KSA)	$11M
Pape Sarr	Dakar	Tottenham (ENG)	$3.5M
Ismaïla Sarr	Hahotoé (TOG)	Crystal Palace (ENG)	$4M
Abdou Diallo	Tours (FRA)	Al-Arabi (QAT)	$3.5M
Habib Diallo	Thiès	Damac (KSA)	$3M
Krépin Diatta	Dakar	Monaco (FRA)	$2.5M
Nampalys Mendy	La Seyne (FRA)	Lens (FRA)	$2M
Pape Gueye	Montreuil (FRA)	Villarreal (SPA)	$2.5M
Lamine Camara	Diouloulou	Monaco (FRA)	$1.5M
Mory Diaw	Poissy (FRA)	Clermont (FRA)	$800k

Women's National Team Recent Squad

Player	Birthplace	Club (Country)	Pay (Est.)
Hapsatou Diallo	Tambacounda	Eibar (SPA)	$30k
Nguenar Ndiaye	Dakar	Bourges (FRA)	$15k
Mama Diop	Thiès	Marseille (FRA)	$25k
Safietou Sagna	Ziguinchor	Metz (FRA)	$20k
Korka Fall	Dakar	Zaragoza (SPA)	$18k
Awa Diakhaté	Dakar	Marseille (FRA)	$22k
Meta Camara	Dakar	Stade de Reims (FRA)	$25k
Mbayang Sow	Dakar	Marseille (FRA)	$20k
Anta Dembele	Thiès	Auxerre (FRA)	$18k
Tenning Séné	Dakar	Aigles de la Medina (SEN)	$8k
Adji Ndiaye	Dakar	Dakar SC (SEN)	$6k
Ndeye Awa Diakhaté	Dakar	Le Puy (FRA)	$15k
Mareme Babou	Bambey	Dakar SC (SEN)	$6k
Coumba Teguel	Dakar	Aigles de la Medina (SEN)	$8k

Data Hunt: Compare the clubs of both squads. Note how many players play in **France** (FRA) or **Saudi Arabia** (KSA) compared to local domestic clubs in Senegal. Why do you think so many Senegalese stars choose to play abroad?

Senegal Dossier Fact Sheet 3 of 3

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