[1] The tournament is one of the most-watched women's sporting events in the world, with a global television audience of over 82.18 million viewers for the 2019 final.

[2][3] Like modern editions of the men's tournament, the FIFA Women's World Cup final is the last match of the competition's knockout stage.

The single match is played by the two remaining teams who advanced from the semifinal round and determines the world champions in women's association football.

[12] The United States is the most successful team in Women's World Cup history, having won four titles in five finals.

A replica, called the FIFA Women's World Cup Winner's Trophy, is awarded to the winning team and engraved with their name.