Japan

Saki Kumagai secures Japan’s first-ever Women’s World Cup title with a historic penalty against the USA in the 2011 final. Stepping up for the decisive spot-kick in the shootout, she remains ice-cold under pressure and strikes a perfect shot into the top corner, beyond the goalkeeper’s reach. As the ball ripples the net, Japan completes their fairytale victory. Her composure, precision, and confidence in the most crucial moment make this one of the most iconic penalties in Women’s World Cup history.