Overview

• FC Bayern München Frauen triumphed in the first-ever World Sevens Football tournament, defeating Manchester United 2-1 in the final in Estoril, Portugal.
• The team earned an unprecedented $2.5 million prize, surpassing the Champions League's current payout structure and intensifying calls for UEFA to increase its prize funds.
• Momoko Tamikawa, who played a pivotal role in the final, was named both the tournament's best player and top scorer, highlighting her standout performances.
• The tournament featured eight elite European clubs in a fast-paced 7-a-side format, with Bayern also defeating PSG 5-0 in the semifinals en route to their victory.
• Organizer Jennifer Mackesy confirmed plans for a $100 million investment over five years to establish a global Grand-Slam series, signaling a transformative era for women's football.