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JOE KRISHNAN

Women's World Cup: Marta equals World Cup scoring record despite shock Brazil defeat

Brazil star Marta enjoyed a record-breaking evening at the Women's World Cup but could not prevent her country from a shock 3-2 defeat at the hands of Australia.

The 33-year-old became the first player to score at five different World Cups as she put Brazil ahead from the penalty spot with a record-extending 16th World Cup goal before Cristiane doubled the lead.

That goal equalled the record set by Germany's Miroslav Klose at the 2014 World Cup and with a game still to play, she can become the highest-scoring player of all-time if she nets against Italy.

Marta had already scored at the 2003, 2007, 2011 and 2015 World Cups but claimed she would have preferred to win the game, which would have secured their place in the next round.

"It would feel much better with a win," she said.

"It's one more detail written in the history of women's football. I am honoured, but there's more to do at this tournament."

Australia's Caitlin Foord reduced the arrears on the stroke of half-time before Chloe Logarzo got the Socceroos back on level terms.

Brazil defender Monica then headed past her own keeper, with the goal given after a VAR review, to hand Australia all three points.

Brazil and Australia both have three points in Group C as do Italy, who take on Jamaica on Friday after beating the Matildas in their opening match.

Additional reporting from Reuters.

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