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Football Biography

Formiga

“Formiga”

Brazilian · São Paulo, Brazil · Born 8 March 1978

Defensive Midfielder

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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.

Best Known For

7 Olympic Games (1996-2020)

Honours & Achievements

Career Honours

  • 7 Olympic Games (1996-2020)
  • 7 Women's World Cups
  • Copa América Femenina x7 (Brazil)
Career Journey

Timeline

1978 👶 Born in São Paulo, Brazil
2022 🏁 Retired from professional sport
🏟️ Santos FC
🏟️ Santos FC Women
🏆 7 Olympic Games (1996-2020)
🏆 7 Women's World Cups
🏆 Copa América Femenina x7 (Brazil)
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

2 common questions about Formiga

Formiga is Brazilian.

Formiga played as a Defensive Midfielder.

Career Timeline — Formiga
1978
Born in São Paulo, Brazil
2022
Retired from professional sport
Santos FC
Santos FC
Santos FC Women
Santos FC Women
7 Olympic Games (1996-2020)
7 Women's World Cups
Copa América Femenina x7 (Brazil)