STORY: Brazil have cruised into the Women's Copa America final with dominant scorelines and solid performances, but their biggest challenge awaits in Saturday's (August 2) rematch against Colombia, a side determined to dethrone the defending champions.

Arthur Elias's team has not leaned on star power to reach the final. Instead, Brazil's run has been defined by tactical balance: a disciplined backline, coordinated pressing, sharp execution on set pieces, and exploiting their opponent's defensive miscues.

Their success is largely down to a core of new figures, such as Amanda Gutierres, who is the leading scorer for the team in the tournament with five goals and plays a central role in attack. Her brace in their semi-final win over Uruguay underscored her sharp positioning and composure in front of goal.

Meanwhile, the experience of Marta continues to anchor the group. The veteran playmaker, who returned from international retirement for this tournament, was named MVP in the semi-final after a standout performance, assisting the opening goal and converting a penalty.

Captain Marta's energy in Quito's altitude, along with her leadership and vision, has brought balance to a side still finding their rhythm.

While defensively solid with just two goals conceded in five matches, Brazil's intensity lapses have created openings that Colombia, led by Linda Caicedo and Mayra Ramirez, could punish.

Their group-stage goalless draw saw Colombia dominate for 70 minutes after goalkeeper Lorena's red card, highlighting the fine margins the eight-time champions must control in the final.

Brazil may not dazzle for 90 minutes, but their formula built on discipline, rotation and rising confidence has proved effective.

Colombia represent their sternest test yet, but with a blend of energy and experience the reigning champions are positioned to complete their mission again.

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SHOWS: QUITO, ECUADOR (JULY 31, 2025) (REUTERS – Access all)

1. BRAZIL SQUAD, INCLUDING MARTA, WARMING UP ON PITCH

2. VARIOUS OF BRAZIL SQUAD PRACTICING BALL CONTROL

3. GOALKEEPERS TRAINING

4. MARTA SPRINTING AFTER BALL

5. PLAYERS PASSING BALL

6. PLAYERS PASSING BALL OVER A TABLE

7. GOALKEEPERS TRAINING

8. (SOUNDBITE) (Portuguese) BRAZIL MIDFIELDER, ANGELINA ALONSO, SAYING:

“For me, it’s really satisfying to be a part of this. It's not just us, Colombia are also having their moment. They’ve proven themselves in big competitions so I think it’s normal that we’ve become such rivals. We’re the two best teams in South America. Both teams are looking to make history for their squads and I also think it’s going to be a great match. All matches against Colombia are tough and intense, and I think this Saturday will be the same.”

QUITO, ECUADOR (AUGUST 1, 2025) (REUTERS – Access all)

9. COLOMBIA DOING A TEAM HUDDLE AND SHOUTING “1, 2, 3 COLOMBIA, COLOMBIA, COLOMBIA”

10. VARIOUS OF SQUAD WARMING UP ON PITCH

11. VARIOUS OF GOALKEEPERS TRAINING

12. (SOUNDBITE) (Spanish) COLOMBIA MIDFIELDER, ILIANA IZQUIERDO, SAYING:

“Well, I think Copa America has always been a dream. Unfortunately, we weren't able to win last time, but I think this dream has been the same since we started to prepare for this one. Again, it’s a very important match. We know Brazil will also seek the championship. I think if we trust in our style, in our teammates, our players, and all the support we're getting from the country, it's an achievable goal.”

13. VARIOUS OF TRAINING IN PROGRESS

14. (SOUNDBITE) (Spanish) COLOMBIA DEFENDER, CAROLINA ARIAS, SAYING:

“We used to see the results at the South American level constantly changing and we were unfortunately always below that level. But a few years ago, for example, in the last Copa America, the match was very close; it came down to a penalty. We created many chances and saw Brazil struggle against our style. We don’t believe we’re superior, but we think we’re at the same level and it will be a great final.”

15. VARIOUS OF TRAINING IN PROGRESS