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Brazil Star Marta May Start World Cup on Bench Due to Injury

  • Brazil striker Marta may start the Women's World Cup on the bench due to a left knee injury.
  • Brazil coach Pia Sundhage is unsure how long Marta will be able to play in each match.
  • Sundhage emphasizes the importance of building a strong team, not just relying on one player.
  • Marta recently returned from surgery for a torn ACL and months away from the national team.
  • Brazil is in Group F with France, Jamaica, and Panama and will announce their final squad Tuesday.
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