The brilliance of teen Linda Caicedo and other takeaways from Women's World Cup

From a first-time winner in Spain to growing global parity,  this edition of the FIFA Women's World Cup had it all. There were record-breaking audiences, adversity, young stars on the rise and the continued fight for equality. Here are a few takeaways from a tournament hosted so spectacularly by Australia and New Zealand. 

It was a triumphant finish in what was a turbulent year for La Roja. 

Olga Carmona's first-half goal was enough for Spain to raise its first Women's World Cup trophy in just its third appearance, now owning the distinction of being the only nation to own U-17, U-20 and senior world titles all at one time. 

They are a powerhouse and are here to stay, in spite of a simmering dispute with their federation which caused 15 players to resign from national team duty a year ago, citing their mental health and demands for a more professional environment. 

While some returned, such as Golden Ball winner Aitana Bonmati, others did not, including Barcelona standouts goalkeeper Sandra Panos, defender Mapi Leon and Patri Guijarro.

Even in their biggest moment of celebration, it was their federation's president stealing headlines for inappropriate behaviour. 

If the top nation in women's football is experiencing this kind of treatment, it casts a dark cloud over the working and playing environments of other nations around the world, many of which have been documented. 

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There were other nations who overcame disputes with their federations to accomplish record results. There is inspiring story of Jamaica's Reggae Girlz having to crowdfund their way to Australia ahead of the tournament and rely on the ongoing support of family and friends instead of their own Jamaican