It can probably be assumed that if you are here to read about either the U.S. Women’s National Team or the Orlando Pride (or both), you’re most likely familiar with the story of the 1999 Women’s World Cup. The final game of the tournament saw the USWNT take on China for the title of World Cup Champions. A scoreless draw led the match into extra time and, eventually, penalty kicks. After U.S. goalkeeper Briana Scurry made a fantastic save, Brandi Chastain stepped up to take her PK and then the following happened.
The successes of this particular USWNT squad, now lovingly known as the ’99ers, were heard around the world.