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Marta also shares her excitement about the recognition received by female footballers at recent award events. She is particularly proud to be nominated for a goal of the year award, highlighting her remarkable strike against Jamaica. However, she expresses a wistfulness that another goal, which she deemed deserving, did not receive the same acknowledgment. Her candidness reveals the subjective nature of awards and the criteria used by organizations like FIFA, yet it does not overshadow her gratitude for being included among the best.
The acknowledgment extends beyond individual accolades, as she notes the collective representation of female athletes and coaches during awards seasons—a testament to the advancing narrative of women’s football in Brazil.