Results
| Date | R | Home vs Away | - |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20 10:00 | 1 |
[2] Spain Women vs England Women
[1] 
|
1-0 |
| 08/19 08:00 | 20 |
Sweden Women vs Australia Women
|
2-0 |
| 08/16 10:00 | 2 |
Australia Women vs England Women
|
1-3 |
| 08/15 08:00 | 2 |
[2] Spain Women vs Sweden Women
[1]
|
2-1 |
| 08/12 10:30 | 3 |
England Women vs Colombia Women
|
2-1 |
| 08/12 07:00 | 3 |
Australia Women vs France Women
|
7-6 |
| 08/11 07:30 | 3 |
Japan Women vs Sweden Women
|
1-2 |
| 08/11 01:00 | 3 |
[2] Spain Women vs Netherlands Women
[1] 
|
2-1 |
| 08/08 11:00 | 4 |
[1] France Women vs Morocco Women
[2] 
|
4-0 |
| 08/08 08:00 | 4 |
[1] Colombia Women vs Jamaica Women
[2] 
|
1-0 |
| 08/07 10:30 | 4 |
[1] Australia Women vs Denmark Women
[2] 
|
2-0 |
| 08/07 07:30 | 4 |
[1] England Women vs Nigeria Women
[2] 
|
4-2 |
Teams
England Women
Sweden Women
USA Women
Netherlands Women
Australia Women
Japan Women
Germany Women
France Women
Spain Women
Norway Women
China Women
Canada Women
Nigeria Women
Brazil Women
South Korea Women
Colombia Women
New Zealand Women
Switzerland Women
Cameroon Women
Italy Women
Jamaica Women
South Africa Women
Costa Rica Women
Argentina Women
Thailand Women
Morocco Women
Denmark Women
Philippines Women
Vietnam Women
Chile Women
Republic of Ireland Women
Mexico Women
Portugal Women
Panama Women
Ivory Coast Women
Ecuador Women
Zambia Women
Haiti Women
Scotland Women
Wikipedia - FIFA Women's World Cup
The FIFA Women's World Cup is an international association football competition contested by the senior women's national teams of the members of Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the sport's international governing body. The competition has been held every four years and one year after the men's FIFA World Cup since 1991, when the inaugural tournament, then called the FIFA Women's World Championship, was held in China. Under the tournament's current format, national teams vie for the remaining 31 slots in a three-year qualification phase. The host nation's team is automatically entered as the first slot. The tournament, called the World Cup Finals, is contested at venues within the host nation(s) over about one month.
The nine FIFA Women's World Cup tournaments have been won by five national teams. The United States have won four times. The other winners are Germany, with two titles, and Japan, Norway, and Spain with one title each.
Eight countries have hosted the Women's World Cup. China and the United States have each hosted the tournament twice, while Australia, Canada, France, Germany, New Zealand, and Sweden have each hosted it once.
The 2023 competition was hosted by Australia and New Zealand, making it the first edition to be held in the Southern Hemisphere, the first Women's World Cup to be hosted by two countries, as well as the first FIFA competition for either men or women to be held across two confederations.
History
The first instance of a Women's World Cup dates back to 1970 in Italy, with the first tournament of that name taking place in July 1970, which Denmark won. This was followed by another unofficial World Cup tournament in Mexico in 1971, in which Denmark won the title after defeating Mexico, 3–0, in the final at the Azteca Stadium. In the 1980s, the Mundialito was held in Italy across four editions with both Italy and England winning two titles.
Several countries lifted bans on women's football in the 1970s, leading to new teams being established in many countries. After official continental women's tournaments were held in Asia in 1975 and Europe in 1984, Ellen Wille declared that she wanted better effort from the FIFA Congress in promoting the women's game. This came in the form of the 1988 FIFA Women's Invitation Tournament in China as a test to see if a global women's World Cup was feasible. Twelve national teams took part in the competition – four from UEFA, three from AFC, two from CONCACAF, one each from CONMEBOL, CAF and OFC. After the opening match of the tournament between China and Canada was attended by 45,000 people, the tournament was deemed a success, with crowds averaging 20,000. Norway, who was the European champions, defeated Sweden, 1–0, in the final, while Brazil clinched third place by beating the hosts in a penalty shootout. The competition was deemed a success and on 30 June FIFA approved the establishment of an official World Cup, which was to take place in 1991 again in China. Again, twelve teams competed, this time culminating in the United States defeating Norway in the final, 2–1, with Michelle Akers scoring two goals.
The 1995 edition in Sweden saw the experiment of a time-out concept throughout the tournament which was later tightened mid-tournament to only occur after a break in play. The time-out only appeared in the one tournament which saw it scrapped. The final of the 1995 edition saw Norway, who scored 17 goals in the group stage, defeat Germany, 2–0, to capture their only title. In the 1999 edition, one of the most famous moments of the tournament was American defender Brandi Chastain's victory celebration after scoring the Cup-winning penalty kick against China. She took off her jersey and waved it over her head (as men frequently do) as she celebrated. The 1999 final in the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California, had an attendance of 90,185.
The 1999 and 2003 Women's World Cups were both held in the United States; in 2003 China was supposed to host it, but the tournament was moved because of SARS. As compensation, China retained their automatic qualification to the 2003 tournament as host nation, and was automatically chosen to host the 2007 FIFA Women's World Cup. Germany hosted the 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup, as decided by vote in October 2007. In March 2011, FIFA awarded Canada the right to host the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup. The 2015 competition saw the field expand from 16 to 24 teams.
During the 2015 FIFA Women's World Cup, both Formiga of Brazil and Homare Sawa of Japan appeared in their record sixth World Cup, a feat that had never been achieved before by either female or male players. Christie Pearce became the oldest player to ever play in a Women's World Cup match, at the age of 40 years. In March 2015, FIFA awarded France the right to host the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup over South Korea.
In the 2019 edition, which was held in France, the United States won the tournament for the fourth time.
In 2023, Australia and New Zealand hosted the FIFA Women's World Cup for the first time as joint hosts, and the number of participants was expanded from 24 to 32. It was also the first tournament to be held in the Southern Hemisphere. With Australia and New Zealand respectively being members of the Asian Football Confederation and Oceania Football Confederation, this was the first FIFA senior competition to be hosted across two confederations. Spain won their first-ever title, defeating England 1-0 in the final. This made Spain the 2nd nation to win both the Men's and Women's World Cup, after Germany.
The tournament features a month-long spectacle of intense matches, fierce rivalries, and unforgettable moments. The participating teams, representing their respective countries, battle it out on the field, displaying their exceptional athleticism, strategic gameplay, and unwavering determination.
The Women's World Cup not only celebrates the sport but also serves as a platform for promoting gender equality and empowering women in sports. It highlights the immense progress made in women's soccer and inspires future generations of female athletes to pursue their dreams.
The tournament attracts millions of passionate fans, both in stadiums and through television broadcasts, who eagerly support their favorite teams and players. The electrifying atmosphere created by the enthusiastic crowd adds to the excitement and intensity of the matches.
Throughout the tournament, players showcase their individual brilliance, teamwork, and tactical prowess, captivating audiences with their speed, agility, and technical abilities. The Women's World Cup has witnessed numerous iconic moments, including stunning goals, dramatic comebacks, and nail-biting penalty shootouts, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
The tournament culminates in a thrilling final, where the two best teams battle it out for the coveted trophy. The winning team not only earns the title of world champions but also etches their name in soccer history.
The Women's World Cup is not just a soccer tournament; it is a celebration of women's achievements in sports, a platform for promoting inclusivity and diversity, and a source of inspiration for aspiring female athletes worldwide.