‘Ground-breaking, pioneering, a landmark day’: Social media reacts to historic pay deal

It’s been a significant day for Australian football with the announcement of a new Collective Bargaining Agreement that closes the pay gap between the Caltex Socceroos and Westfield Matildas.

The landmark deal – struck between Football Federation Australia (FFA) and Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) - reflects football’s determination to address issues of gender equity in all facets of the game.

And the new agreement certainly generated plenty of positive reaction among Australian football fans.

Check out some of the best social media reaction from players, pundits and fans.