Overview

• Marta ended a nine-month absence by starting Brazil’s second friendly against Japan following her recall to the Selecao.
• Arthur Elias described her as “a phenomenon of our football” when naming his squad for Ecuador.
• The 39-year-old had announced her retirement after winning silver at the Paris 2024 Olympics before reversing her decision ahead of the Copa America.
• Marta affirmed she will make herself available for Selecao training ahead of the 2027 World Cup if her experience is deemed useful.
• Brazil will compete in Ecuador from July 12 to August 2 to test its roster ahead of the 2027 World Cup.