Hamm played in front of a record crowd as the U.S. won the 1999 World Cup.
On July 10, 1999, Mia Hamm played a crucial role in the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup final held at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, California. The final, attended by a record crowd of 90,185 spectators, was a landmark event for women's sports, as the United States defeated China in a dramatic penalty shootout. This victory secured their second World Cup title and firmly established women's soccer as a significant and popular sport internationally. Hamm's presence in this match was critical to both the victory and raising global awareness for women’s soccer.