A pioneering women’s World Cup erased from history

Many people are unaware that there was a women’s World Cup held before the one that everyone knows today. In 1971, Mexico hosted the first ever Women’s World Cup, but unfortunately, this historic event has been largely erased from the annals of football history.

The tournament featured six teams from around the world, including Mexico, England, Argentina, France, Italy, and Denmark. The games were played in Mexico City and were well attended, with fans coming out to support the women’s teams competing for the coveted title of world champions.

Despite the success of the tournament, it was not officially recognized by FIFA and therefore does not appear in the organization’s official records. This has led to the pioneering women who participated in the tournament being largely forgotten, their achievements overshadowed by the more well-known men’s World Cup events.

It is important to remember and celebrate the women who paved the way for the future of women’s football, and to ensure that their contributions to the sport are not overlooked or forgotten. The 1971 Women’s World Cup may have been erased from history, but its impact on the world of football continues to be felt to this day.