After taking a few years off, she was rejuvenated by watching Mexico play in the 2015 Women’s World Cup. “I made a plan,” said Farias of her need to save money to prepare for life as a player. Her Liga MX Femenil debut followed in July 2019 for Chivas. While it’s not uncommon for players make millions of dollars a year in Liga MX, some Liga MX Femenil players are only paid $100 to $200 a month. Years after watching the Women’s World Cup from home, Farias is now part of the campaign for Mexico reach the 2023 edition.

Source: The Guardian April 28, 2021 09:00 UTC