Brazil defeated 4-2 world champion Spain in Marseille on August 6 and advanced to the Olympic women’s football final. They are going to face the United States for the gold medal.
Brazil Advances to Final
Playing in their sixth Olympic semi-final, Brazil took advantage of many defensive blunders by Spain to advance to the final on August 10 at Parc des Princes. They will go up against four-time winners the US, who earlier defeated Germany 1-0 after Sophia Smith scored the game-winning goal in extra time.
Overcoming Challenges
Brazil won even though they were missing their captain and all-time top scorer, Marta, who was sent out for two matches following a red card in their last group stage encounter against Spain.
Early Lead
After six minutes, they took the lead when Spain’s Cata Coll’s effort at a clearance deflected off captain Irene Paredes and into her own net.
Second-Half Action
After a quick counterattack in the 72nd minute, captain Adriana made it 3-0 with a close-range header; five minutes later, Duda Sampaio’s own goal cut the lead.
Sealing the Victory
Before Spain’s Salma Paralluelo grabbed a consolation in the final minutes, Brazil substitute Kerolin stole the ball and struck the net to seal the rout early in stoppage time.
Bronze Medal Match
On August 9, Spain will compete against Germany for the bronze medal in Lyon.
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