The 2011 FIFA Women's World Cup was the sixth edition of the tournament, held in Germany from June 26 to July 17, 2011. It featured 16 teams competing for the title, with matches played in six cities, including Berlin and Frankfurt. The final took place at Wembley Stadium in Frankfurt, where Japan defeated United States in a dramatic penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw. This victory marked Japan's first Women's World Cup title, making them the first Asian team to win the tournament.