QUITO (Reuters) -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.

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.

They win 5-4 on penalties to claim their ninth continental title after a roller-coaster final in Quito ended 4-4. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.