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Today in History: U.S. Defeats China, Sets Attendance, TV Records

7/10/2026

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On July 10 1999, the United States clinched the third FIFA Women’s World Cup by defeating China 5-4 in a penalty shoot-out after a scoreless double-golden-goal extra time. Hosted across eight U.S. cities, the final drew record crowds and TV viewership, cementing the tournament as the most watched women’s sport event to date.

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On July 10 1999, the United States clinched the third FIFA Women’s World Cup by defeating China 5-4 in a penalty shoot-out after a scoreless double-golden-goal extra time. Hosted across eight U.S. cities, the final drew record crowds and TV viewership, cementing the tournament as the most watched women’s sport event to date.