Copa America Feminina 2025: Brazil crowned champs of the Americas

Brazil crowned champs of the Americas

Last night, Brazil managed to maintain their title as champions of the Americas, as soon as again raising the Copa America Feminina after defeating Colombia (4-4, 5-4 on charges).

The last of the Copa America Feminina between Brazil and Colombia was played simply a few hours back, and what a wild encounter it was. In a breathtaking fight, it was the Brazilians who eventually kept the trophy, protecting it for a fifth consecutive time– an amazing ninth in their history.Colombia struck first,

with Linda Caicedo opening the scoring in the 25th minute, setting the stage for an awesome contest. Angelina leveled from the penalty area right before halftime (45 +9′), however then Tarciane mistakenly turned the ball into her own net in the 69th minute, putting Colombia back in front. Amanda Gutierres Dos Santos equalized in the 80th, only for Mayra Ramirez to bring back Colombia’s lead in the 88th minute. It looked as though Colombia were on the verge of claiming their first-ever title in the competitors. But Brazilian legend Marta had other ideas, dragging the Seleção into additional time with a dramatic equalizer deep into stoppage time (90 +6′).

The renowned Marta then put Brazil ahead for the very first time in the match in the 105th minute. However at the 115th, Leicy Santos ensured the last would be decided by charges. In a stressful shootout, Brazil eventually clinched the title 5-4.