Marta’s mother ‘reappears’ after 20 years

The Brazilian lifted the NWSL trophy with the Orlando Pride with her mother in the stands, marking her 18th title at the age of 38.

Marta Vieira da Silva achieved a dream—one that will never fade from her memory. The Brazilian lifted the NWSL trophy with the Orlando Pride, doing so with a very special person in the stands: her mother.

The tears of both the player and her mother were seen around the world. At 38, Marta fulfilled one of her childhood dreams: to become a soccer champion in front of her mother.

Marta’s poineering career away from her family

Marta had to leave Brazil at a young age to pursue her dream of becoming a professional soccer player. She has spent her entire life traveling the world to dedicate herself fully to her passion.

Being a “prophet in her own land” has been more complicated for Marta. She has never been able to do what she finally acheived, and her family has had to follow her career from afar. Until last night.

Her mother Tereza traveled from Brazil to Kansas City to witness her daughter’s historic final. For the first time, she watched her daughter play in an NWSL match. The occasion was worth it. At 38, Marta led the Orlando team to victory against the Washington Spirit.

This is not the first title for the Brazilian forward, a legend in women’s soccer. She has 18 titles to her name, including three league titles with Umeå IK, and championships in Sweden with Tyresö and Rosengård.

Additionally, she has three Olympic silver medals. Marta broke barriers when no one else did. She was the inspiration for many and continues to be. Her legacy is eternal.

Original article written by Amalia Fra, translated with the assistance of AI and edited by Joe Brennan.