NWSL Players Shine in International Tournaments

egacy’s Aïssata Traoré scored two goals for Mali.
Gotham FC’s Stella Nyamekye scored a goal for Ghana.

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COPA AMÉRICA FEMENINA
The Copa América Femenina championship was nothing short of intense. Brazil ultimately beat Colombia in penalty kicks, pulling away with their ninth Copa title thanks to last-minute heroics from Orlando Pride’s Marta. With an equalizing goal in the final seconds of regulation and a go-ahead goal in extra time, Marta earned player of the tournament honors.
But she wasn’t alone. Kansas City’s Lorena was steadfast in goal, blocking the final Colombian PK to win the match, while Orlando Pride’s Angelina scored the first-half equalizer.
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Marta’s scoring wasn’t relegated to just the finals. She scored two goals and earned three assists in the tournament overall.
In addition to the goal in the final game, Angelina earned three assists.
Washington’s Leicy Santos scored two goals in the tournament, including a free-kick goal in the final against Brazil.
San Diego’s first Brazilian signing, Dudinha, notched a goal and an assist.

It was amazing to see NWSL players shine on the international stage, representing their countries with pride. From winning titles to scoring crucial goals, these players showed that they are truly world-class athletes. The NWSL may have been on a break, but its impact was felt across the globe thanks to these incredible athletes.