Marta: Brazilian legend announces engagement to lesbian partner Carrie Lawrence
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Marta: Brazilian legend announces engagement to lesbian partner Carrie Lawrence

Marta: Brazilian legend announces engagement to lesbian partner Carrie Lawrence

David Ben 19:43 - 21.08.2024

6-time FIFA player of the year Marta, is set to wed her teammate at Orlando Pride.

Brazilian football legend Marta has announced her engagement to Orlando Pride team-mate Carrie Lawrence.

The proposal, which took place during a serene picnic, was a huge moment for the couple who have been together since 2022.

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Brazil legend Marta || Imago

Marta, widely considered the greatest female footballer of all time having won the FIFA Women’s player of the year - a record six times, shared the news through a series of intimate photographs on Instagram.

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The images, capturing the couple's happiness, were accompanied by a heartfelt caption from Lawrence that read, "My forever."

Marta and Carrie Lawrence
Marta and Carrie Lawrence are engaged | Instagram

The proposal was a significant personal milestone for Marta, who had previously been engaged to another Orlando Pride player, Toni Pressley.

Marta and Carrie Lawrence
Marta and Carrie Lawrence | Instagram

Despite their breakup, Marta’s relationship with Lawrence has been a source of joy and stability.

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Marta and Carrie Lawrence | Instagram

Lawrence, a 27-year-old midfielder, joined the Orlando Pride in 2020, three years after Marta began her tenure with the team.

Marta girlfriend Carrie Lawrence
Orlando Pride defender Carrie Lawrence
Carrie Lawrence
Carrie Lawrence | Instagram

Following the engagement, Marta and Lawrence celebrated their special moment surrounded by friends and loved ones.

Marta, 38, is currently on extended break this summer after competing in the Paris Olympics, where she and the Brazilian national team secured a silver medal.

During the Olympics, Lawrence had been a steadfast supporter, including traveling to France to cheer on Marta.

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