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1999 FIFA Women's World Cup Final

The 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup Final was held on July 10, 1999, in Pasadena, California. The United States faced China, ending regulation and extra time with a 0-0 draw. The match was decided by a penalty shootout, where the U.S. narrowly won 5-4. Brandi Chastain scored the winning penalty for the U.S., famously celebrating by removing her jersey in jubilation. This victory marked the U.S. women's national team's first World Cup title and significantly boosted women's soccer’s popularity globally.