- Marta Vieira da Silva was born on February 19, 1986 in Dois Riachos, Brazil.
- She is a professional soccer player and is widely considered one of the greatest female soccer players of all time.
- Marta has played for several clubs throughout her career, including Umeå IK, Los Angeles Sol, FC Gold Pride, Western New York Flash, and Orlando Pride.
- She is a six-time winner of the FIFA World Player of the Year award, which is the highest individual honor in women’s soccer.
- Marta has also been named to the FIFPro World XI, an all-star team selected by professional soccer players, a record six times.
- She has scored over 100 goals for the Brazilian national team, making her the team’s all-time leading goalscorer.
- Marta was part of the Brazilian national team that won the silver medal at the 2004 Summer Olympics and the 2007 Women’s World Cup.
- In addition to her success on the international stage, Marta has also had success at the club level. She has won six Swedish Damallsvenskan titles, one Women’s Professional Soccer title, and one NWSL Shield.
- Marta is known for her dribbling skills and speed on the field. She is also an accurate finisher and has a powerful shot.
- In 2019, Marta was inducted into the National Soccer Hall of Fame.
- She has been named one of the 100 most influential people in the world by Time magazine.
- In 2010, Marta was named an ambassador for the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
- She is an advocate for gender equality and has spoken out about the need for more investment in women’s soccer.
- Marta is the first woman to score at five different FIFA World Cup tournaments.
- She has also won the Golden Boot award as the top scorer at two different World Cups.
- Marta has played in over 100 games for the Brazilian national team.
- She is the all-time leading goalscorer in the history of the Copa América, with 14 goals.
- Marta has played in four different continents during her career, including South America, Europe, Asia, and North America.
- She has won numerous individual awards throughout her career, including the UEFA Best Women’s Player in Europe Award and the Ballon d’Or Féminin.
- Marta is fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, and English.
- She is also known for her philanthropic work and has supported numerous charitable causes, including work with UNICEF and the Red Cross.
- In 2017, Marta became a naturalized citizen of Sweden, where she had been playing for Umeå IK.
- She has a younger sister named Katia, who is also a professional soccer player.
- Marta started playing soccer at a young age and was discovered by a coach while playing on the streets of her hometown.
- She made her professional debut for Vasco da Gama in 2002 at the age of 16.
- Marta has won numerous accolades throughout her career, including being named to the UEFA Women’s Champions League Squad of the Season four times.
- She has also been named the Swedish Football Association’s Female Player of the Year three times.
- Marta has a sponsorship deal with Nike and has appeared in several of the company’s advertising campaigns.
- In 2019, Marta became the first woman to be featured on the cover of FIFA video game series.
- She has also been featured in a documentary film called “Marta,” which tells the story of her life and career.
- Marta has a partnership with the Brazilian beverage company Guaraná Antarctica, for whom she serves as a brand ambassador.
- In 2018, Marta was included in the Forbes list of the world’s highest-paid female athletes.
- She has a strong social media presence and has over 2 million followers on Instagram.
- Marta has a tattoo of a soccer ball on her left arm and the phrase “love” written in Portuguese on her right arm.
- In 2018, Marta became the first woman to be named one of the top three finalists for the Ballon d’Or, which is awarded to the best male soccer player in the world.
- She has been named the South American Footballer of the Year a record seven times.
- Marta has a partnership with the Brazilian banking company Itaú, for whom she serves as a brand ambassador.
- In 2012, Marta was named one of the ambassadors for the London Olympics.
- She has received several awards and honors for her contributions to soccer, including the Order of Rio Branco, which is one of Brazil’s highest civilian honors.
- Marta has been named the Brazilian Sportsperson of the Year three times.
- In 2019, she became the first woman to be inducted into the Brazilian Football Museum Hall of Fame.
- Marta has a partnership with the Brazilian telecommunications company Oi, for whom she serves as a brand ambassador.
- She has been involved in several charitable initiatives throughout her career, including work with the NGO “Instituto Maria da Penha,” which helps to combat violence against women.
- Marta has a partnership with the Brazilian beauty company Natura, for whom she serves as a brand ambassador.
- In 2017, she was named one of the ambassadors for the FIFA U-17 World Cup, which was held in India.
- Marta has a partnership with the Brazilian cosmetics company Nivea, for whom she serves as a brand ambassador.
- In 2016, she was named one of the ambassadors for the Olympic Games, which were held in Rio de Janeiro.
- Marta has a partnership with the Brazilian shoe company Olympikus, for whom she serves as a brand ambassador.
- In 2015, she was named one of the ambassadors for the Women’s World Cup, which was held in Canada.
- Marta has a partnership with the Brazilian sports apparel company Topper, for whom she serves as a brand ambassador.
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