Marta dedicates World Cup record to 'anyone fighting for equality'

Marta secured her place among the legends of football after the Brazilian become the World Cup's all-time leading scorer in the 1-0 win against Italy in Valenciennes.

"This record doesn't belong to me, it belongs to all of us," said the 33-year-old after crashing home a penalty with 16 minutes left to score her 17th World Cup goal Tuesday.

"I share it with anyone fighting for more equality."
"I love playing in front of a big crowd whether it's supporting me or is against me. I just want there to be fans who are watching us."
Fellow defender Tamires added: "We have a lot of young players coming up and I hope they look to her and how she plays, what makes her so special and so incredible and follow her."
- Four-star Kerr -
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