Spain is a World Cup champion for the first time in the history of the women’s program. From failing to qualify for the 2015 World Cup in Canada to sweeping a recent run of youth tournaments, the country’s build has been swift.
Defender Olga Carmona scored the match’s lone goal, hitting a one-timer into the lower right corner past England goalkeeper Mary Earps — who had some highlight saves herself, including a penalty stop on Jenni Hermoso in the second half.
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Georgia Soares was our photographer for the tournament and has been all across New Zealand and Australia in the last month. These are her favorite images from the final gameday, starting with FIFA’s young player of the tournament Salma Paralluelo and her third World Cup medal. She now has a U17, U20 and senior World Cup to her name…
Soon to be teammates at FC Barcelona, Ona Batlle and Lucy Bronze shared a sweet moment at the end of the game.
I remember looking at the field and seeing England captain Millie Bright knelt on the field crying and looking at the Spain’s players celebrating their win. Pure heartbreak.
One fan asked Aitana Bonmatí for her sock and she didn’t hesitate to give them away. I was seated on the field and she looked at me while I was capturing this unique moment.
Fans were screaming for Alexia Putellas the whole game. She was able to visit for a little to give the fans some love.
Carmona celebrated Spain’s win with her brother. It is always a sweet time to capture these moments of players with their family, especially with the devastating news that Carmona’s father passed away before the match.
When Carmona scored the lone goal of the final, the bench couldn’t contain themselves. They were vibrating on the side lines.
Players coming out of the tunnel is always a great moment to capture, but it was extra special taking pictures of the final tunnel walk of the tournament.
