Márcia Taffarel
Márcia Taffarel is a pioneering Brazilian footballer who played as a midfielder and was a key member of the first women's national team to compete in the Copa América in 1991. At 57 years old, she reflects on her groundbreaking journey in a sport that faced significant gender bias, having played a crucial role in challenging societal norms regarding women in football. Taffarel's mother, Marlene, was a strong supporter of her aspirations in a time when women were discouraged from playing football, which helped shape her resilience. She was part of a generation that laid the foundation for women's football in South America, leading to the eventual inclusion of the sport in major international competitions like the FIFA World Cup and the Olympics. Today, she continues to advocate for women's football and looks forward to the 2027 Women's World Cup, which will be hosted in Brazil.
Born on Jan 01, 1966 (59 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liechtenstein | 1 | 9.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 38,137 | 28 | $6,900 | 5$ |
| Totals | 1 | 38,137 | 28 | $6,900 | 5$ |
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Márcia Taffarel is a pioneer of women's football in South America and played in the first Copa América for women.
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