Women's Copa America final drama as Brazil triumphs over Colombia in a thrilling penalty shootout
Brazil Claims Ninth Consecutive Women's Copa America Title in Dramatic Final
The Women's Copa America final between Brazil and Colombia in 2022 was a thrilling contest that ended in a penalty shootout, with Brazil securing their ninth consecutive title.
The match, which took place on a dramatic evening, saw Colombia take the lead three times but could not hold onto it. The final score in regular time was 4-4, with Brazil's Marta scoring a crucial volley in the 96th minute to level the game and send it to extra time.
Colombia's goals came from Linda Caicedo, Mayra Ramirez, and Leicy Santos, while Brazil's goals came from Angelina, Amanda Gutierres, Marta (twice), and an own goal by Brazilian defender Tarciane.
The match was a roller-coaster ride, with both teams creating early chances. In the 69th minute, Colombia regained the lead with a Brazil own goal, defender Tarciane attempting a routine back pass to goalkeeper Lorena but unaware that she had already charged off her line. However, Brazil equalised again 10 minutes from time with Gutierres' sixth goal in the tournament, a fierce strike off Garbelini's pass.
Marta, introduced as a late substitute, delivered a moment of magic with a stunning equaliser six minutes into stoppage time, forcing the game into extra time. The equaliser in the first half was scored from a penalty converted by Angelina.
The match went to penalties due to another equaliser by Colombia, and Brazil's experience prevailed in the shootout. Marta had the chance to seal victory but Katherine Tapia's save sent the shootout to sudden death. In the end, it was Carabali's miss that finally handed Brazil their ninth continental title.
Colombia's strong performance despite the loss was praised by commentators, with Leicy Santos' brilliant free kick in the 115th minute being a highlight of the match. For video highlights of the intense moments and the decisive penalty by Debinha, viewers can visit YouTube (July 29, 2025 upload).
This was Colombia’s fourth loss in a Women’s Copa America final, all to Brazil (2010, 2014, 2022, and 2025 finals). Brazil's victory marks their continued dominance in South American women's football.
Sources:
- ColombiaOne article on final details and goal scorers (2025-08-03)
- YouTube highlights and analysis videos of the final and penalty shootout
- Striker Mayra Ramirez restored Colombia's lead by netting after a quick counter-attack eight minutes later.
- Marta, a Brazil great, scored the equalizer in the final moments of the first half.
- When Manuela Pavi failed to convert, goalkeeper Lorena saved Leicy Santos' effort, giving Brazil the advantage.
- Brazil won the Women's Copa America, defeating Colombia in a shootout (5-4).
- Marta, a Brazil great, scored the equalizer in the final moments of the first half.
- Gutierres equalised for Brazil again 10 minutes from time with her sixth goal in the tournament, a fierce strike off Garbelini's pass.
- Colombia turned things around again as Leicy Santos' brilliant free kick sailed into the top corner in the 115th minute.
- Marta also scored again in the 105th minute, seemingly securing victory for Brazil.
In the dramatic finale, Brazil maintained their dominance in South American women's football by securing their ninth consecutive title in a thrilling sports-analysis filled match against Colombia, with the final score ending in a penalty shootout. Two significant moments during the game were Marta's sports-analysis worthy equalizing goals, contributing to her team's benchmark-setting victory in the Women's Copa America football tournament.
