Brazil made quick work of Jamaica on the back of their veteran Cristiane Rozeira, who scored three goals at the 15 minute, 50 minute, and 60 minute marks. Interestingly, Cristiane – who announced her early retirement from the game in 2017 after citing a lack of support from authorities – returned to the spotlight to take over an injured Marta.
SheĂ‚Â scored the first hat-trick of the Women’s World Cup and became the oldest player in the tournament’s history to hit a treble as Brazil beat debutants Jamaica 3-0 in Group C.Ă‚Â he 34-year-old Cristiane, replacing injured six-time FIFA World Player of the Year Marta, netted in front of a 17,000 crowd at the Stade des Alpes in Grenoble.
Brazil also have the oldest player in Formiga, the midfielder becoming the firstĂ‚Â playerĂ‚Â to appear at sevenĂ‚Â Women’sĂ‚Â World Cup finals, and theĂ‚Â oldest playerĂ‚Â in the tournament’s history at 41 years and 98 days.
Brazil dominated ball control, holding possession for 62% of the game. They had 19 shots on goal, compared to Jamaica’s 14. This match marked Jamaica’s debut in the Women’s World Cup. With the victory, Brazil now moves to the top of Group C.
