Marta scored two goals in the Copa América Femenina final. Brazil beat Colombia on penalties after a 4-4 draw.
The Copa América Femenina 2025 final took place in Quito, Ecuador. Brazil faced Colombia in a close match that ended 4-4 after extra time. It went to penalties, where Brazil won 5-4. Marta, aged 39, scored two key goals for Brazil. She tied the game with a long shot in stoppage time and added another in extra time.[1][2][3]
Marta Vieira da Silva grew up in Dois Riachos, a small town in Brazil. There were no girls' teams, so she trained with boys. She started her pro career at age 14. She faced many challenges but kept going.[1][3]
In 2004, Marta joined Umeå IK in Sweden. She won many titles there and earned five World Player of the Year awards. She played in the USA, setting records in the Women's Professional Soccer league. Since 2017, she has been with Orlando Pride. She has six World Player of the Year awards and 17 World Cup goals, the most by any player.[1][2][3]
Marta speaks up for women's football. She points out the lack of support and money for the women's game in Brazil. Her work inspires young players to push for change.[1][3]
In the shootout, Marta missed her penalty. But teammate Luany scored the winning one. Even after the miss, Marta showed team spirit by celebrating with Luany. Her story teaches about never giving up.[1][3]
