Brazil [Women]

The goalkeeper, the captain, the playmaker, the centre-forward -- Juventus are the beating heart of Italy's Women's World Cup team.... 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 »

Women's World Cup hosts France survived a scare to beat Brazil 2-1 in extra time and reach the quarter-finals on Sunday as captain Amandine Henry scored a dramatic winner in Le Havre.... 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 »