Estoril, Portugal – May 2025 – Bayern Munich have etched their name into the history books by defeating Manchester United 2-1 to lift the inaugural Women’s World Sevens Football (W7F) title. The thrilling finale took place on Friday in Estoril, Portugal, marking a milestone in women’s football with a $5 million prize pool and global attention.

A Match of Firsts and Fierce Comebacks

The W7F final brought together two of Europe’s most exciting women’s teams. Played on half-sized pitches with two 15-minute halves, the match offered an intense, fast-paced format tailored for action-packed moments and decisive goals.

Manchester United struck first in the 14th minute as Simi Awujo found the top corner with a stunning finish—her third goal of the tournament—giving United an early advantage.

But Bayern Munich responded with determination. Momoko Tanikawa leveled the score in the second half with a brilliant left-footed strike, setting the stage for a dramatic conclusion. With just four minutes remaining, Sarah Zadrazil sealed Bayern’s victory with a thunderous shot that sent the bench and supporters into jubilation.

“It was such an important goal,” Zadrazil shared. “I ran to the teammates who couldn’t play—because this win belongs to all of us. We’re one big family.”

A Showcase of Elite European Talent

The W7F tournament, designed to spotlight women’s football in a new, innovative format, featured powerhouse clubs including:

• Manchester City

• Paris Saint-Germain (PSG)

• AS Roma

• FC Rosengård (Sweden)

• Ajax Amsterdam

• Benfica

On the final day, PSG claimed third place after a commanding 3-1 win over Manchester City in the semi-final showdown.

Driving Social Impact Through Sport

Beyond the pitch, the W7F tournament also launched two powerful social initiatives:

1. Community Champions

Three local non-profits were awarded $10,000 grants in recognition of their contributions to grassroots development and inclusion through sport.

2. Rising 7s

This campaign aims to combat the drop-off rate of girls in sports during adolescence, promoting continued participation and empowerment through athletic engagement.

A New Chapter for Women’s Football

With its high-energy format, elite-level competition, and impactful social projects, the Women’s World Sevens Football event has set a new standard for global women’s football tournaments.

As Bayern Munich celebrates its historic win, fans and analysts alike are already looking ahead to the future of the W7F series—where innovation meets inspiration in the beautiful game.