
Brazil's legendary footballer Marta, the all-time top scorer in both men's and women's football for her country, has announced her retirement from international competition at the age of 38. Marta, who currently plays for Orlando Pride in the United States, revealed her decision to step away from the national team after this year's Olympics in Paris, where she aims to make her sixth appearance.
In an interview with CNN, Marta expressed her gratitude for her time with the national team and her excitement for the future of young athletes in Brazil. She stated, 'There will be no more Marta from 2025 in the national team as an athlete,' indicating her intention to retire from international play.