Brazil successfully defended their Women's Copa America crown with a thrilling 5-4 penalty shootout win over Colombia in Saturday's final in Quito, claiming their ninth continental title.The game ended 4-4 after extra time.

Brazil legend Marta led her country to a successful defence of their Women's Copa America title on Saturday, defeating Colombia on penalties after a rollercoaster final.

Six-time world player of the year Marta has led Brazil to their ninth Copa America Femenina title. On Saturday, she came off the bench to score twice, including an equalizer in stoppage time, as Brazil came from behind three times before winning the penalty shootout 5-4 against Colombia.