The Seattle Sounders are embroiled in a dispute with owner Adrian Hanauer over the distribution of prize money from the upcoming 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, where players are only guaranteed a total of $1 million to split, despite the organization potentially earning over $120 million. Tensions escalated after players wore “Club World Ca$h Grab” shirts during warm-ups, prompting Hanauer to address the team angrily. The MLS Players Association has expressed solidarity with the Sounders, demanding a fair share of the prize money amid claims that the current compensation structure is outdated.
