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SI's All-World Cup Team
Grant Wahl
July 19, 1999
GOALKEEPER Briana Scurry (U.S.)Allowed only three goals in six matches; stopped Liu Ying's penalty kick in final—biggest save of Cup.
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July 19, 1999

Si's All-world Cup Team

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GOALKEEPER
Briana Scurry ( U.S.)
Allowed only three goals in six matches; stopped Liu Ying's penalty kick in final—biggest save of Cup.

DEFENDERS

Brandi Chastain ( U.S.)
Made dangerous runs and several game-saving tackles; converted winning PK in final.

Joy Fawcett ( U.S.)
Solid marker; was dangerous on attack and netted match-winner against Germany.

Wang Liping ( China)
Helped blank Norwegian and U.S. attackers, who had combined for 32 goals in nine previous games.

Wen Lirong ( China)
Marshaled a defense that conceded a tournament-low two goals in her team's six matches.

MIDFIELDERS

Michelle Alters ( US.)
Terrorized opponents with aggressive play; tough tackling and defensive headers shredded China's midfield in the championship game.

Liu Ailing ( China)
Directed tournament's most prolific offense and scored two of her three goals in a stunning romp over Norway in the semifinals.

Sissi ( Brazil)
The World Cup's most dangerous free kicker; shared the tournament lead with seven goals.

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