The independent investigation, commissioned by the United States Soccer Federation, has been carried out following the scandals in the American women's league NWSL.

It was after Sinead Farrelly and Mana Shim, former players in the league, came forward with allegations of harassment and sexual coercion earlier in their careers under coach Paul Riley that the league's problems became known.

Riley denied the allegations, but was fired by his club, the North Carolina Courage, and league commissioner Lisa Baird resigned.

But the problems were widespread and before the end of that season, five out of ten coaches in the NWSL had either resigned themselves or been fired following allegations.

The investigation lasted 14 months and resulted in four coaches being banned for life;

Riley, Christy Holly, Rory Dames and Richie Burke.

Seven other individuals also face suspensions or need to admit wrongdoing and accept responsibility for inappropriate behavior before they can be employed by the NWSL again.

The NWSL writes on its website that their league organization is fined at least 1 million dollars, just over 10 million kroner, and needs to undergo a thorough review of its operations.

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Megan Rapinoe and the USA face England at Wembley on Oct. 7.

Photo: SNTV