The United States women’s national football team is the team that represents the United States in international women’s soccer. The team is one of the most successful in the world, winning four Women's World Cup titles, four Olympic gold medals, and nine CONCACAF Gold Cups. While you might not know much about this team's history and its successes, there are lots of interesting facts about them.
United States women's national soccer squad
The United States women’s team soccer team is a top-ranked international soccer team. They have won four Women's World Cup titles and four Olympic gold medals.
Its history
In the 90s, the United States women’s national team fought to get better pay and benefits. After many years of negotiations, they finally came to an agreement. However, there were still difficulties. Many players were not happy with the field conditions and desired more compensation.
Its players
The women's team and its members have been a formidable force in the sport. They've been a national symbol of grit, grace, and determination throughout their long history. They can play basketball or football but women's soccer will always have a place in our history.
Its success
The United States women’s soccer team has won a number of international tournaments. They won the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. They reached the World Cup quarterfinals in 2002. In 2011, they reached the final and beat Netherlands 2-0 to claim their third title. They are now the only women's team to have won all four titles in Women's World Cup.
Its lawsuits
The United States Women's National Team, (USWNT), has settled a class-action lawsuit brought by the players and their fans. The settlement will amount to $22 million. The money will be split between charities and players funding their post-career goals. According to The New York Times, the settlement terms will be included in a new collective bargaining agreement that expires in 2021.
Sponsors
The Women's World Cup in France has been won by the United States women's teams. Many companies have pledged their support to the team over the past few years. Luna Bars and Secret Deodorant pledged money to support gender equality. The women's national team also has significant support from other sponsors.
Its TV schedule
The USWNT is a main focus for American soccer fans. However, there are many other leagues and competitions that can be followed. The rights to the NWSL in the United States are held by CBS. Twitch streams some games.