1999 FIFA Women's World Cup

The 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup is the third edition of the FIFA Women's World Cup. Hosts United States won the title, defeating China in the final on penalty kicks. The World Cup was extended from 12 teams to 16 teams, allowing more teams to participate.

Teams qualified
Four teams qualified for the first time. Russia, Korea DPR, Mexico and Ghana.

This is possibly Italy's last finals until 2015 if they win against the Netherlands for the final UEFA spot.