This World Cup was one that no one expected. At every turn, there was one surprise or another. And now, with a champion crowned, here are some of the most unforgettable moments of this tournament.
Alyssa Naeher’s PK
The USA/Sweden game broke the record for the longest PK shoutout in a women’s World Cup by going for seven rounds. But Alyssa Naeher set a record of her own as the first goalkeeper to ever score in a tournament like this. Ultimately it was a shootout of ups and downs for Naeher specifically, with that last Swedish goal just clearing the line.
The penalty shootout between Australia and France
Just a few days after the USA/Sweden game set that penalty kick record, Australia and France broke it. These two teams went 10 rounds of PKs, nearly neck and neck the entire time. It all came down to the very last goal from Courtnee Vine to send Australia over the top.
New Zealand’s opener
New Zealand, as a host nation, opened this tournament, and they really did so with a bang. New Zealand came out on top over Norway with a goal from Hannah Wilkinson at the top of the second half. Captain Ali Riley also showed the world what she and her team stand for with her post-game interview,…
