MARTA on her best goals, her legacy, and why she encourages players to join the NWSL | Friendlies

[@futbolfeme]

Thank you Sam for bridging the gap between us and the legend through your interview. Marta speaks of the immigrant plight and the inherent motivation to 'get the job done.' Both Marta and Sisi came to the US to further their development and ended up revolutionizing the game, leaving an indelible mark on women's football, inspiring a generation with their passion and prowess. Marta's foundation, the Marta Vieira da Silva Institute, promotes social inclusion through sports, primarily focusing on empowering girls and women in Brazil. Marta continues to inspire the world at large with her unparalleled skill, dedication to social causes, and unwavering commitment to empowering women through football. Her legacy transcends borders, resonating deeply with fans and aspiring players worldwide. Gracias

[@gk_coach_mario3843]

Thank you for bringing up Sisi! A lotta folks don’t know about her but she kinda paved the way for Marta too. There’s a great documentary on Sisi on FiFA plus app, if you’re interested in watching. It’s great

[@aaronrodgers77]

We are so spoiled to have her playing in America

[@bkirstie]

yes and orlando needs more fans!

[@reelblackstudios9377]

I've never seen a long interview with Marta. Amazing to listen to a living legend! And she seems like such a sweet and humble human as well.

[@michaelt6218]

OMG, this is the best. 😍 Marta is an absolute legend, not only as a futbol player, but as a truly wonderful person and a great leader. And you, Sam, are a *fantastic* interviewer!

[@ellentomas3995]

We're so proud of this woman in Brazil and I'm glad the NWSL has given her the opportunity to still do great things on the pitch. I'm looking forward to seeing her at the Olympics.

[@ale_lopez]

LOVED hearing Marta's story, what a legend! Thank you Sam and team for always bringing amazing guests

[@hap1n355]

One of the best interviews I ever heard. Thank you so much for having Marta on your show. I have been following womens soccer for the past 20 years and was able to see Marta play. My daughters was able to meet Marta after one of her games and I was able to take pictures with her which I will cherish for the rest of my life. We have millions of girls playing soccer through out the world and we cant find another Marta. Their a lot of great soccer players that have great talent surrounding them but Marta does it all on her own. I recent saw her play against Jamaica and after the game Marta went up to the Jamaican Captain and gave her a speech that they are the next generation of soccer playing coming and to play not for 90 minutes but to play for 120 minutes. Marta is so inspiring and passionate for women soccer. I hope she never retires.

[@T.R.75]

its 2011, im in a bar in Rochester, NY with a couple of friends. day off from college, nothing on the TV except, USA vs Brazil, WWC match. had no idea about the match but heard an announcer say the US and local girl Abby Wambach are going up against the best player in the world and her mighty Brazil team. im a diehard NFL fan, American football is my sport, never liked soccer. i watch this match, start to finish, and fell in love with the Womens Game all because of Marta's wizardry on the ball, and that amazing cross from Pinoe to Wambach to send the match to PKs. i count myself extremely lucky to have seen that match live on TV, and to have watched Marta in the years since. ty to Marta, and to all the players who've come and gone since. you've given me something to cheer for and watch grow. i even struggled to watch through the Go90 years 😄 . amazing how the sport has grown. if id only known that so many amazing players played on a team in the city i lived in for school. i never got to see a Western NY Flash match, because i didnt know they existed until it was too late. Marta was a part of that team, as well as Sam at one point i believe. one of the things i regret to this day. great interview. wow, Viv next? Sam grabbing all the superstars 😀. good vibes.

[@snapdoc]

We were so fortunate in Rochester, NY to have had so many of the best players in the world on the WNY Flash team (probably because Rochester was the hometown of Abby Wambach). Unfortunately, those great players had to play in poor conditions, and travel between Buffalo and Rochester to play home games, and were paid poorly. I wish that it was better for them!

[@andrew-peter]

Incredible conversation. I didn't know anything about her childhood until listening to this - WOW.

[@markushoward7618]

How can you not love this incredible, incredible woman? She's amazing.

[@kenbrown2927]

Marta is the absolute goat. She is so inspiring, that during her post match loss interview against France in 2019, she said, "Cry in the beginning, so you can smile in the end." and had me booking a tattoo appt to get those words on me!! Years later and it's still one of my favorite tattoos; and I still get compliments on it! Which gives me the opportunity to talk about women's soccer to people not in the know! I am a uswnt fan til I die, but love and respect all of women's soccer.

[@AlienAteIt.MyNoraTees]

thats an awesome quote

[@japeri171]

You guys have always played against each other. I'm glad you made a great duo in this video.

[@Bria_001]

TWO GOATS ONE POD👑👑👑👑🐐🐐🐐

[@hearmeRoaR10]

Absolutely

[@hearmeRoaR10]

Thank you for this interview!! I got chills. Legend!! "I just get mad"😂

[@MariaRamirez-vq8mh]

O legado de Marta transcende seu coração pelo esporte e pelas gerações futuras. Só posso esperar que ela continue ligada de alguma forma ao futebol...Mexico te quiere Marta ❤🇲🇽

[@adastrapride]

I've already watched this a few times and it's now my favorite interview with Marta. I love that her sense of humor came out because you can see it on the pitch but this gives context to interactions with players she clearly respects. I also feel like SO many historically great players are still blown away by everything she says about the game, even though they've held their own against her in club or country play. That comes across here, but it also shows how much Marta respects her opponents and can be so down to earth. She still plays on a level where it makes me nervous when I don't see her starting, much less still playing, and she could potentially finally get her season win in the NWSL while she's cooking like she has been since she elevated players on her team who have clearly adapted to certain Martaisms on the pitch.

[@joycefortin7877]

Great interview. We love Marta and will miss seeing her on the pitch.

[@Shdoeb]

Marta is the absolute GOAT. She is so freakin cool. I just loved everything about this!!! I have been LOVING watching her at Orlando this year.

[@CathyHanselman-be8zr]

Marta should be a motivational speaker for young girls

[@bellanoni00]

Marta is my new favorite musician

[@sallychugg7887]

The goat for a reason one of the best players in the world

[@bbjunho]

The goat of all goats. I wish Sam had played that clip of Lynn saying how Marta stopped the game to say the ball hadn’t gone out, proceeded to meg her and another player got out of the corner. Still love seeing Marta here. Love love love her

The Women’s Game is literally the first thing I ever subscribed to on KZbin (and the first video I’ve ever commented on). Sam is the best and her interviews are terrific. I don’t have enough praise for Sam, Lynn, and Becky.

[@Liz-yd9ct]

FREAKING MARTA!!!! Amazing!! I'm so happy you talked about he 2007 goal. When I saw that, I was instantly a big fan of hers

[@shav17]

This deserves so much more views, every football fan should know the amazing story of Marta.

[@mfost8247]

Sam’s face the entire time of just utter amazement is the best part

[@runninfree0727]

She's a Rockstar a Legend and the goat can you really say enough about this lady?

[@nataliaferrariwood]

Love this! Thank you, Sam! Marta is an amazing person and talented player. We are so proud of her as Brazilians ❤️🇧🇷

[@DianeChase-k4d]

Amazing! The legends you are having on this podcast is inspiring and a true pleasure. There will only ever be one Marta, what a gift to the game.

[@teejyeet9403]

The GOAT!!!!

[@alansmithee8831]

Hello Sam. Marta already had my respect for football, but having done a three day bus ride from Vancouver via Seattle to Duluth and up to Thunder Bay, she now has my respect as a passenger. Mind you, I do not imagine she had the smell from when the bus hit a skunk.

[@lizziechin2162]

Alwez know she's a legend, but first time watching her interview. So good!! You're a great podcast interviewer, Sam!

[@aboynam3dblu3]

Legend!

[@jimenaavalos6661]

siempre hablando con alegria. personas iconicas que cambian el juego. que tienen un talento innato, pero lo explotan para el bien. always speaking with joy. Iconic people who change the game. They have an innate talent, but they exploit it for good. beautiful talk. you're crashing it, sam

[@INDIETRONICJUNKIE]

Loved this interview. Marta's tenacity is so inspirational. I'm also looking forward to Viv's interview

[@williamstearns6687]

Sam, that was , to me, the best interview you've had, and you have had some brilliant ones.

[@riptide6161]

Awesome interview! Thank you Marta and Sam for doing this. And honestly, now that Brazil will play USA for Olympic gold in 2024... Sorry Marta, I'm pulling for Team USA. LOVE YOU SO MUCH THOUGH!!! You are a class act yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

[@gk_coach_mario3843]

Thank you so much Sam for interviewing our goat Marta. She’s incredible and i love what she’s done for the women’s game in Brazil and abroad. Maybe at some point you could interview Sissi? I know she lives in Florida and coaches a Surf team. She has a great doc on FIFA plus talking about the plight of a gay woman footballer, she really crawled so Martha could walk so Debinha could run… would love to see you talk to Sissi too!

[@jackiedungan]

Marta just seems like the most lovable person ever. Like you really just want the absolute best for her because she’s not only an amazing futbol player but an amazing human. ⚽️ 🐐 💋

[@01FozzyS]

One of the GOATs, one of the best out there. My daughter got her autograph back in the day during her FC Gold Pride days. We still have the freebie Puma mini poster of Marta in a volley shot pose.

[@joqui71161]

I have a ton of respect and admiration for this massive talent.

[@awest1517]

She is such a joy to watch, both on and off the pitch! Great episode!

[@emmyabdulalim]

Joyful crying for Marta. ❤

[@coachholly21]

I've been lucky enough to see Marta play live 3 or 4 times now, and she's always amazing to see. So fun to get to get to hear her story and her perspective!

[@RayBrown84]

So thankful for her perspective, thanks Sam!

[@ProPainism]

an incredible watch this morning

[@piemacri]

Such a great interview. Marta has always been and will always be one of the GOATs. She’s shaped women’s soccer in such a profound way. So cool to have her on friendlies.

[@nawlens6949]

She is so inspirational and makes me want to better myself. If I don't have the best day today instead of being down on myself about it I want to commit to be better tomorrow. Thanks for another great interview, Sam. Honestly this is exactly what I needed to hear today after a very tough week.

[@hughmccrystal1459]

Thank you Marta and Sam for such a great conversation. Your prep is so fantastic Sam. Viv next! Can't wait. Thanks to Finn for his hilarious contribution too!!❤

[@beatrizpessanha9932]

Amazing interview Sam!!

[@janmitchell641]

That was a wonderful interview, and what a lovely woman Marta is. She is clearly an instinctive and creative player, almost like her body just knows what to do. Thanks for that! I’m looking forward to your interview with Christine Sinclair, another legend of the game.

[@tjeanav]

This was a fantastic convo. I love Marta and Sammy's questions. :)

[@mollymcaldwell]

So much power in that woman. I loved hearing her story and thank you, Sammie, for the excellent questions!

[@dylanmaxey2531]

Thank you Marta for this interview! You are a beautiful woman and soul. Your off field presence and actions inspires me to do better and give more in life.

[@heidiayers2124]

She is so awesome

[@JenniferEscobar-u4z]

Loved this interview.

[@gradyra19]

My favorite player, hands down.

[@AgnetaK-r3m]

We miss you in Sweden Martha 💪❤️❤️❤️❤️🇸🇪

[@noblestripes]

Rainha Martaaaa ❤

[@sarahernandez2504]

Sammy! One of my most favorite episodes so far ❤😊 Marta is such a baller; so glad she was on the podcast 😃😃

[@bkirstie]

thanks sam for showcasing these international players

[@rubig7701]

Such a great interview! Thank you, Sam! ⚽️

[@DanielleBowen-j9x]

Amazing interview Sam! Marta is fascinating!

[@Kobebok248]

The absolute GOAT.

[@kalmenbarkin5708]

I love how she says “if you not play better than me you I keep playing and you be sitting on the bench” 😂

[@coachholly21]

That killed me 😂

[@cheeseburgersquadrobolx9668]

Thumps up for great interview.

[@sandrapatriciaoriguarios4589]

Amazing interview! Look forward to watching the next one!

[@judyl2193]

omg what a great interview so fun to watch! cheers

[@annameinheart]

🎉 Marta will always be a GOAT

[@TheChosenOne42513]

Let gooo Marta the goat 🐐🐐🐐

[@jessicaevl]

Marta the best

[@Arctic-void-z7f]

Wow shocked what A pleasure to see two goats

[@aletapequena]

Marta 🐐

[@victoralexander848]

Great interview I didn't know Marta was so fluent in English.

[@tjhos1576]

Let’s go! So happy they left in the dog barking. Hilarious.

[@beatrizpessanha9932]

AMOOO ❤❤🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

[@timmurphy5736]

Great get Sammie!

[@anoopgopikala8237]

Nice ❤❤❤

[@emilyb44]

Sam's dog barking made my dog start barking 😂

[@WomensGameMiB]

😂

[@carm6713]

love marta, can we get Bonmati next?

[@tiffanycuevas1660]

When Marta retires she should go back Brazil 🇧🇷 and be the head coach 🇧🇷🔥🙌🥰❤️

[@aletapequena]

Gamer chair.... I am afraid that not only you should not mess with Marta in the pitch but also playing FIFA...

[@khanhhuynh4325]

Marta, your story is, unfortunately, too common for girls playing soccer around the world. Your success is proof that it can get better. Thank you for everything that you have done.

[@Malluu9]

Goats

[@pmehler2955]

👍🤩👍