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Marta's Appeal Rejected, Misses Olympic Semi-Final Against Spain

Brazilian football legend Marta will not play in the Paris Olympics semi-final after CAS upholds her two-match suspension.

  • The Court of Arbitration for Sport confirmed Marta's two-game suspension after a red card in the group stage against Spain.
  • Marta already missed Brazil's quarter-final victory over France and will now miss the semi-final against Spain.
  • Brazilian officials argued the foul was unintentional and highlighted Marta's exemplary career, but the appeal was denied.
  • Marta, a six-time FIFA World Player of the Year, will be eligible for the medal matches later in the tournament.
  • This year's Paris Olympics marks Marta's final international tournament before retirement.
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