In 2024, women’s football is one of the world’s fastest growing sports. However, this hasn’t always been the case as, after World War II, women were banned or marginalised for playing the beautiful game – which is one of the many reasons that not much is known about the Women’s World Cup in Mexico in 1971. “Copa 71”, a new documentary, aims to close this gap in awareness. Through a compelling blend of rich archival footage and interviews with key figures and players from the tournament, the film explores the remarkable history of the event. Notably, the final match between Mexico and Denmark g…