“Marta! It’s an incredible goal, with one of the final kicks of normal time!” the commentator screamed at the top of his lungs. The 39-year-old Brazilian soccer veteran put Brazil ahead in the 95th minute (stoppage time) in the Copa America Femenina final. After 120 goals in 205 games with Brazil, Marta Vieira da Silva, aka Marta, once again proved why soccer fans call her a legend.
While things took an even more dramatic turn as Colombia’s Leicy Santos leveled the score again with an impressive free kick, Marta had done enough. The finals would ultimately go to the penalties, where a final save by goalkeeper Lorena would take Brazil across the line. It was the final act of a dramatic final where the Brazilian soccer legend did more than score in stoppage time.
The now four-time Copa America Femenina title winner first lifted the trophy over two decades ago. Yes, you read that right, two decades ago in 2003. However, tonight Marta tapped into those two decades of experience to show up when Brazil needed her the most. After trailing to Colombia 2-1, with 2 minutes left on the clock, the veteran reignited the comeback, scoring in the 88th minute.
COPA AMERICA FEMENINA CHAMPIONS!
Brazil defeats Colombia in penalties to take home the trophy! pic.twitter.com/0ccRs429o8
— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) August 3, 2025
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