Formiga

The most enduring international footballer in history, male or female — Formiga competed at seven consecutive Olympic Games (1996–2020) and seven World Cups for Brazil across a 26-year international career, a record of longevity that will almost certainly never be matched.

The most enduring international footballer in history, male or female — Formiga competed at seven consecutive Olympic Games (1996–2020) and seven World Cups for Brazil across a 26-year international career, a record of longevity that will almost certainly never be matched. Football at the highest level demands technical mastery, physical conditioning and mental fortitude across a long and relentless season. Career highlights included 7 Olympic Games (1996-2020), 7 Women's World Cups, Copa América Femenina x7 (Brazil). Formiga represented the kind of complete athlete that football produces only rarely — technically accomplished, physically conditioned and mentally equipped for the full demands of elite competition. The longevity and quality of Formiga's achievements place them among the most respected figures in the modern history of football. The standard Formiga set across her career in football reflects the level of preparation and competitive focus that consistently separates elite performers from the rest of the field.

Defensive midfielder known for work rate, leadership and longevity

Most capped Brazilian footballer and longest international career spanning 26 years

• 7 Olympic Games (1996-2020)
• 7 Women's World Cups
• Copa América Femenina x7 (Brazil)
• Olympic Silver Medal 2004
• Olympic Silver Medal 2008
• Copa América Femenina 2003
• Copa América Femenina 2010
• Copa América Femenina 2014
• Copa América Femenina 2018

Club Career

Club	Period	Apps
Santos FC	1998–2001	—
Saad	2005–2008
Chicago Red Stars	2009–2010
FC Gold Pride	2010–2010
Foz Cataratas	2011–2012
Paris Saint-Germain	2012–2017
Brazil	—	234