Women's Soccer World Cup USA 1999
The 1999 Women's Soccer World Cup held in the United States was a groundbreaking event that captured global attention and marked a significant milestone in the history of women's soccer.
The tournament took place from June 19 to July 10, 1999, with matches held in various cities across the United States. The competition featured 16 teams.
The final match, held at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, attracted a record-breaking crowd of over 90,000 spectators. The United States Women's National Soccer Team emerged as the champions, defeating China in a dramatic penalty shootout after a goalless draw in regulation time.
The victory sparked widespread celebration and inspired a new generation of female athletes, cementing the 1999 Women's World Cup as a watershed moment for women's sports.
Trivia
- Over 650,000 spectators attended the 1999 Women's World Cup and nearly 1 billion viewers from 70 countries tuned in.
- One of the most famous moments in the women's tournament, is Brandi Chastain's victory celebration after scoring the Cup-winning penalty in the final against China. She took off her jersey and waved it over her head as she celebrated (as men frequently do), showing her muscular torso and sports bra.
Related Pages
- USA at the Women's World Cup
- List of Women's World Cup host countries
- About the Rose Bowl Stadium
- Women's World Cup Info
- Sport in the USA
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