Updated football live score in Meus Resultados. Brazilian Team Secures Spot in Final After 16 Years with Convincing Win Over World Champions
On Tuesday, the Brazilian women’s national football team defeated Spain 4-2 and secured a place in the final of the Paris 2024 Olympics Games. In a flawless performance at the Vélodrome stadium in Marseille, Brazil dominated the world champions throughout the match. Irene Paredes scored an own goal early on, while Gabi Portilho, Adriana, and Kerolin added to the scoreline for Brazil. Salma Paralluelo and an own goal by Duda Sampaio scored for Spain. In the final, Brazil will face the United States, a repeat of the Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008 finals.
With this victory, the Brazilian team ensures its third Olympic medal. The legendary number 10, Marta, who was present in the two previous finals, is now seeking her first Olympic gold. In addition to the campaigns in Athens and Beijing, Brazil was also the World Cup runner-up in 2007. After the match, Duda Sampaio stated that Brazil is determined to fight for the gold until the end against the USA.
Brazil started the match with offensive pressure, which quickly paid off. In the fifth minute, Priscila pressured goalkeeper Cata Coll, who attempted to clear the ball, but it rebounded off Irene Paredes and went in. The Brazilian team maintained their intensity, preventing any reaction from Spain and capitalizing on counter-attacks. In the 48th minute, Yasmim crossed to Gabi Portilho, who scored the second goal.
In the second half, Adriana hit the crossbar in a quick counter-attack at the 25-minute mark. Gabi Portilho retrieved the ball and passed it to Adriana, who extended the lead. In the 39th minute, Paralluelo headed the ball, and Duda Sampaio, attempting to deflect, scored an own goal. Spain increased their pressure, but goalkeeper Lorena made several key saves. Brazil scored their fourth goal in the 45th minute, with Kerolin taking advantage of a defensive error. Paralluelo scored in the 51st minute, but the Brazilian team held on through the lengthy 17 minutes of stoppage time to secure their place in the final.
The final against the United States will take place next Saturday at 12:00 PM (Brasília time) at the Parc des Princes in Paris. Don’t miss out on our upcoming announcements and exclusive offers. Stay tuned on BBscore.
