U.S. Wins FIFA Women's World Cup final

The 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup final was won by the United States, who defeated the Netherlands 2–0 in the decisive match held on 7 July 2019 at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais in Lyon, France. The final brought together two teams with contrasting histories, as the United States were aiming for their fourth World Cup title while the Netherlands were appearing in their first final. The match remained goalless in the first half, with strong defensive performances and disciplined midfield play from both sides. The breakthrough came in the 61st minute when Megan Rapinoe converted a penalty awarded after a video assistant referee review. Rose Lavelle sealed the victory with a well-taken goal in the 69th minute, confirming the United States’ dominance. The victory was significant both on and off the field. With this win, the United States became the first nation to successfully defend a Women’s World Cup title, having also won the tournament in 2015. The team finished the competition unbeaten and scored a tournament-high number of goals, underlining their tactical strength and depth. Megan Rapinoe won the Golden Boot and Golden Ball, symbolizing the team’s individual and collective excellence. Beyond sport, the tournament highlighted issues such as gender equality, equal pay, and investment in women’s football, with the U.S. team playing a central role in global discussions. The 2019 final marked a milestone in the growth and visibility of women’s football worldwide.