Marta » Women Friendlies 2010

Veteran forward Marta will lead a fresh-faced Brazil looking to pull off an upset to win its first women's World Cup when the tournament kicks off next month, coach Pia Sundhage announced Tuesday.... more »

Brazilian legend Pele hailed Marta as "much more than a footballer" and an "inspiration" after she scored in a fifth Olympic Games on Wednesday.... more »

Brazil star Marta issued an emotional appeal to her heirs on Sunday, telling them they are responsible for the survival of the women's game in her football-obsessed country.... more »

Brazil's two biggest stars, Marta and Formiga, are struggling with injuries ahead of their women's World Cup last-16 match against France on Sunday, coach Vadao said.... more »

Marta became the leading scorer in the history of the men's and women's World Cups on Tuesday after firing home the penalty that downed Italy and secured Brazil's place in the last 16 of this year's tournament in France.... more »