Nov 17, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Orlando Pride forward Marta (10) celebrates with forward Summer Yates (28) after scoring a goal against the Kansas City Current in a NWSL playoff semifinal match at Inter&Co Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

There was a moment in the 2024 NWSL semifinal when Barbra Banda was receiving treatment, and the cameras zoomed in on a set of water bottles. One of them had a tape label with a bold “MARTA’S” on one side.

EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsMoments after scoring one of the most iconic goals in NWSL history in her team's most important game to date, Orlando Pride forward Marta clutched her fist and unleashed a passionate scream before beating her chest and then,