The United States of America beat the Netherlands in the FIFA Women's World Cup final, with Megan Rapinoe and Rose Lavelle scoring the winning goals. The Netherlands put up a strong fight, but ultimately the US team's depth and skill proved too much. Sari van Veenendaal, the Dutch goalkeeper, was outstanding throughout the game, making several impressive saves. This victory marks the fourth time the United States has won the Women's World Cup.
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1. The match is the eighth women's World Cup final.
2. Megan Rapino was absent for the semi-final win over England but returned for this match.
3. The United States used the same goalkeeper and back four as in the semi-final.
4. Samantha Mewis replaced Lindsay Horan in midfield.
5. Rose Lavelle was fit to play after a hamstring scare.
6. The United States lined up in a 4-3-3 formation.
7. Rapinoe wore the armband.
8. Stephanie Frappart of France refereed the final.
9. The Netherlands played an extra half-hour in their semi-final against Sweden.
10. Vivianne Miedema led the Dutch attack.
11. Megan Rapinoe scored from the penalty spot to give the USA a 1-0 lead.
12. Rose Lavelle scored a brilliant goal to make it 2-0 for the USA.
13. Sari van Veenendaal made crucial saves for the Netherlands.
14. The United States won the World Cup for the fourth time.
15. This victory marked the first time they won it on European soil.