Marta delivered a remarkable performance by scoring two late goals, enabling Brazil to successfully defend their Copa America 2025 title with a thrilling penalty shootout victory against Colombia.
Brazil displayed their signature resilience and style as they defended their Women’s Copa America 2025 in an electrifying match against Colombia in Quito on August 2, 2025.
The nine-time continental champions once again stamped their authority on South American women’s football, capturing the title after an unforgettable 4-4 draw and a nerve-shredding 5-4 penalty shootout victory at Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado.
Legendary forward Marta, returning from international retirement, proved the difference with two stunning goals, underlining her enduring status as one of the game’s all-time greats.
Under the stewardship of coach Arthur Elias, Brazil entered the final brimming with confidence after a dominant campaign. Their balanced approach, combining a disciplined backline, coordinated pressing, and clinical finishing, set the stage for a classic encounter.
Amanda Gutierres, emerging as the tournament’s top scorer for Brazil, provided crucial attacking impetus, while goalkeeper Lorena’s calm presence between the posts ensured the squad’s composure even under relentless Colombian pressure.
Match Drama: A Roller-Coaster of Goals in Women’s Copa America 2025 Title
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Colombia struck first in the 25th minute as rising star Linda Caicedo finished a poised low shot after precise build-up play.
Brazil responded just before half-time when Angelina calmly converted a VAR-awarded penalty, restoring parity.
In the second half, defensive misfortune saw Colombia regain the lead courtesy of an own goal by defender Tarciane in the 69th minute, only for Amanda Gutierres to power home an equaliser in the 80th minute, her sixth of the tournament.
Highlight of Women’s Copa America 2025 Final
At Estadio Rodrigo Paz Delgado, neither side relented across 120 frenetic minutes:
- 25th minute: Colombia broke the deadlock through Linda Caicedo, who slotted home a calm, low finish after a slick passing move.
- 45+1‘: Brazil drew level when Angelina converted a penalty, awarded following a VAR-confirmed foul on Giovana Garbelini.
- 69‘: Colombia regained the lead courtesy of an own goal by Brazil’s Tarciane, whose backpass was intercepted as goalkeeper Lorena had rushed off her line.
- 80‘: Amanda Gutierres levelled for Brazil with a powerful strike, her sixth goal of the tournament.
- 88‘: Mayra Ramírez restored Colombia’s advantage with a swift counterattack finish.
- 90+6‘: Enter Marta—introduced late—produced a moment of magic, curling a superb equaliser to force extra time.
- 105‘: Marta struck again, tapping in Angelina’s cross to seemingly seal victory.
- 115‘: Leicy Santos hauled Colombia back with a brilliant free-kick into the top corner, sending the match to penalties.
- Marta scores twice, but misses in the shootout
- Colombia take the lead three times but falls short of the Copa America 2025 Title
Penalty Shootout Drama
In the shootout, Brazil’s experience prevailed in sudden death:
- Colombia’s Angelina’s early miss was countered when Manuela Pavi failed to convert and Lorena saved Leicy Santos.
- Marta had the chance to end it but saw her effort brilliantly denied by Colombia’s Katherine Tapia.
- In the sudden death, Jorelyn Carabalí mishandled Brazil the 5-4 shootout win.
Marta, at 39, demonstrated why she remains one of football’s greatest: her two crucial goals under pressure extended her legacy.
Amanda Gutierres’s tournament tally highlights Brazil’s depth, while Lorena’s penalty save proved decisive.
Brazil’s defence of the Women’s Copa America 2025 Title cements their dominance in South American women’s football, showcasing resilience and flair. A total of 10 Women’s teams participated in the 10th edition of the Copa America Femenina.
Their nine Copa America crowns set a benchmark, even as the increasingly competitive tournament signals growth across the continent. Source – FIFA
What is at stake in the 2025 Copa América Femenina?
The 2025 Copa América Femenina carries high stakes for the competing teams. Beyond fighting for the continental championship and regional pride, the tournament determines qualification for two major international events: both finalists secure a place at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, and the top three teams earn spots at the Lima 2027 Pan American Games.
For many teams, including giants like Brazil and rising squads like Colombia, Olympic qualification is as critical as the quest for South American supremacy
- Three direct spots for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup
- Two direct spots for the LA 2028 Olympics
- Four places for the 2026 Women’s Gold Cup
