The Dutch women failed in the quarter-finals of qualification for UEFA Women's Euro 1991, which served as the qualifying tournament for the first women's World Cup in China. In the group stage, the Dutch team prevailed with three wins and a draw against Ireland and Northern Ireland. In the quarter-finals they met Denmark. After a goalless draw in Denmark they lost the home game in Denekamp 0-1 after extra time. The Danes went on to qualify for the World Cup.