Biography
Who is Marta?
Early life and career beginnings
Marta was born in Dois Riachos, Brazil, on February 19, 1986. She began her professional football career with CR Vasco da Gama in the year 2000 after being discovered by coach Helena Pacheco. After the club folded, she played for Santa Cruz before moving to Sweden to join Umeå IK.
During her time with Umeå IK starting in the 2004 season, she quickly established herself as a dominant forward. She won the UEFA Women's Cup and multiple Swedish league championships, scoring numerous goals and leading the league in scoring during several consecutive seasons.
Club career and international success
In 2009, Marta joined the Los Angeles Sol in the Women's Professional Soccer league, where she served as the top scorer and won the league MVP award. She also played on short-term loan contracts with the Brazilian club Santos, helping them win the Copa Libertadores and the Copa do Brasil.
Her extensive club career also included playing for FC Gold Pride, the Western New York Flash, Tyresö FF, and FC Rosengård. In April 2017, she joined the Orlando Pride on a transfer from Rosengård, later helping the team reach their first-ever playoff appearance and winning an NWSL championship in 2024.
International records and awards
Marta represents the Brazil women's national team and serves as team captain. She holds the record for the most career goals in the Women's World Cup with 17 goals, and she stands as Brazil's all-time top scorer with 122 goals.
She made history as the first footballer of any gender to score at five different World Cup tournaments and five consecutive Olympic Games. Her decorated career includes winning silver medals at the 2004, 2008, and 2024 Summer Olympics, alongside prestigious honors like the BBC 100 Women recognition.
Personal life and height
Marta stands at a height of 162 centimeters. Outside of her club matches and international tournaments, she has been involved in advocacy work, including serving as a Sustainable Development Goals advocate appointed by the United Nations.
She is in a relationship with partner Carrie Lawrence. In Brazil, she is widely recognized by the nickname Rainha, which translates to Queen, reflecting her immense status in the sport of association football.
Birthday and age
Marta was born on February 19, 1986, which makes Marta 40 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Marta shares the date with 30 other famous people.
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