Six-time world player of the year Marta Vieira da Silva late penalty was the 17th time the world cup winner has found the back of the net, making Her the highest goal scorer in the competition, surpassing Miroslav Klose 16 goals at the finals. in both male and female category.
The goal gave Brazil victory over Italy to secure progress into the last 16 of the Women’s World Cup where Brazil will face France. The 33-year-old legend is playing in her fifth World Cup, slotted in from the spot with 15 minutes left to settle the Group C match in Valenciennes.
A surprise 3-2 defeat by Australia in their previous match had left Brazil needing a positive result to make sure of progress to the knockout stage, while the Italians were aiming to record a third-straight win having beaten Jamaica 5-0 in Reims.
Australia’s 4-1 win over Jamaica meant Brazil finished third in the table, while Italy – also with six points – topped the group on goal difference. Brazil progress to the last 16 as one of the best third-placed sides.
