Tuesday, July 30, 2013

Soccer Fact Series



  • Most World Cup Wins

Did you know that Brazil has won the World Cup more times than any other country? Since 1930, Brazil has won the World Cup 5 times. Italy is close behind though, winning the tournament 4 times. Germany has won 3 times. Uruguay and Argentina have both won the World Cup twice, while England and France have both won with Brandi Chastain’s goal winning penalty kick as she celebrated by taking off her shirt and falling to her knees! once each.

  • Most Watched Game in U.S. TV History

Did you know that the 1999 Women’s World Cup Final was the most watched soccer games (Men’s or Women’s) in U.S. network TV history? An estimated 40 million viewers watched the USA beat China on July 10, 1999 in Pasadena, California. It was also the most attended women’s sporting event with an official attendance of 90,185! Many remember this game.

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