There are few soccer matches capable of equaling the pressure of a World Cup qualifier. The geographic nature creates a regional drama, and the socioeconomic rivalries play out behind nationalistic pride for players, fans, supporters, governments and citizens of respective countries. The qualifiers are so close to the pinnacle of the sport that they instantly add more intrigue. Simply put, advancing means everything.
There's a case, then, that CONCACAF's Women's World Cup Tournament is one of the most intense sporting events in global football. The zone, which represents North America, Central America and the Caribbean, sends three nations to the World Cup: the two teams from the championship and the winner of the third place play-off.