Marta, who is set to retire from the game this year, was sent off during the Group C encounter in Bordeaux for a risky high-footed tackle that came dangerously close to hitting Olga Carmona’s head.
Her chances of competing in the competition once more now depend on Brazil’s ability to win their quarterfinal match against the host nation, France, as the Selecao advanced as one of the top third-place teams.
Spain scored in the 68th and then the 17th minute of second-half injury time, after Marta was sent off shortly before halftime, bringing Brazil level.
an extension—in order to preserve their perfect record—caused by many injury delays.
Marta, 38, lost to the United States in both of her Olympic silver medals—Athens 2004 and Beijing 2008.
With 17 goals in 23 appearances over six tournaments, she is the all-time top scorer in both the men’s and women’s World Cups.
With a 2-1 victory over Australia, the United States continued their unbeaten start to the campaign and advanced to the quarterfinals, where they will play Japan.
