This archive report was first published on 9 July 2019.
On July 7, 2019, the United States secured their fourth Women's World Cup title in eight editions, defeating the Netherlands 2-0 in the final.
Megan Rapinoe, the 34-year-old star, emerged as the face of the tournament with her impressive performances and unwavering commitment to social justice.
Despite being ruled out of the semi-finals against England due to a hamstring injury, Rapinoe made a triumphant return to the pitch, scoring crucial goals in the USA's wins against Spain and France.
Her double against France came amidst a media storm sparked by her comments about not visiting the White House, which drew a furious reaction from Donald Trump.
Rapinoe stood firm, becoming an icon for her unapologetic stance and 'shit-eating grin'.
As the USA celebrated their victory, Trump's congratulatory message was unlikely to change Rapinoe's opinion of the president.
The tournament, marked by controversy over video technology and new laws, saw Rapinoe score a penalty in the final, courtesy of a VAR-assisted decision.
