MANAUS, Brazil (AP) — Known simply by her first name, Marta Vieira da Silva is one of the best women to ever play the game of soccer.
And with the Olympics taking place in Brazil, people in her home country are finally getting familiar with her.
While Brazil's other No. 10 — Neymar — is struggling with the men's team, Marta is seeing success. And the local fans are noticing.
For her two goals in a 5-1 victory over Sweden, Marta was showered with cheers. And it wasn't just her goals, one of which came from the penalty spot.