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Marta Eclipses Ronaldo and Pele

Freddy Izaguirre June 19, 2019

It’s official. Marta Vieria da Silva is now the most prolific scorer in World Cup final’s history. During a match with Italy this week at the 2019 Women’s World Cup, hosted in France, Marta set a new record, again. She scored the winning goal of the match, and sparked discussion about her individual status as GOAT.

With 17 goals in 19 matches, Marta now has two more World Cup goals than her compatriot Ronaldo and five more than Brazilian icon Pele, a three-time World Cup winner.
Aimee Lewis, CNN

Photo Credit: Dewey Nicks for The New York Times

The phenomenal athlete has been dominant on the world stage since age 20, when she received her first-ever FIFA World Player of the Year award. Despite her team’s historic struggle to break through in the tournament (Brazil will face France in the knockout round), her talent is undisputed.

Photo Credit: Lars Baron/Bongarts/Getty Images

CGTN America takes an in depth look at Marta’s roots, and uncovers the inner drive that fuels her passion for the sport. In a world where sexism plagues the perspective on the success of female athletes, Marta is not just defiant, but inspiring.

This Women’s World Cup 2019, she is definitely one to watch. Oui!