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Several players have clearly stood out in the group stage of the 2025 Women’s Copa America. Whether through goals, assists, clean sheets, or leadership on the field, these athletes have played key roles in their team’s strong performances so far. Players like Marta Vieira da Silva, Deyna Castellanos, Yamila Rodriguez, and Catalina Usme have made their mark using their talent and experience, helping shape the intensity and quality of the tournament. Yamila Rodriguez, was top scorer in the 2022 edition with 6 goals in 6 matches. Although she has only scored one goal in this edition, it was a crucial one—it sent Argentina to the semi-finals.

Key attackers have already put on some impressive performances in the 2025 Copa America Femenina group stage. With four goals, including a hat-trick in Paraguay’s 4-0 victory over Bolivia, Claudia Martinez is in first place. In their 6-0 victory over Bolivia, Kerolin Nicoli of Brazil also scored a hat-trick, increasing her total to three. Oriana Altuve from Venezuela joins her with three goals so far. Ecuador and Brazil have maintained their competitiveness thanks to two goals each from Emily Arias and Amanda Gutierrez. In addition, Luany Rosa has added two goals for Brazil, while one goal each from Duda Sampaio, Florencia Bonsegundo, Pamela Cabezas, Sonia Keefe, and Nayely Bolaños. The competition for the top scorer is becoming more intriguing as a number of player are already standing out.

Clean sheets haven’t been easy to come by so far, but a few goalkeepers have stood out for their strong performance. With one clean sheet for each one, goalkeepers Lorena da Silva Leite from Brazil and Antonia Canales from Chile are leading the tournament. Canales shine in Chile’s 3-0 victory in their opening match, while Lorena helped Brazil maintain a shutout in their 6-0 victory over Bolivia. However, Colombia’s goalkeeping situation took an unexpected turn when Katherine Tapia, who had been called up to replace injured starter Natalia Giraldo, fractured her right hand during a training session and was forced to miss the tournament. Even though clean sheets have been hard to come by, some keepers have stepped up with solid performances and key saves when it mattered most. One standout moment so far came from Nayluisa Cáceres from Venezuela during their debut against Brazil.

Many teams in the tournament have also benefited from strong leadership. In what might be her final Copa America, Marta, Brazil’s legendary forward, continues to guide her country’s squad with poise and experience. In her fourth tournament appearance, Argentina’s captain, Aldana Cometti, provides stability and discipline from the back line. Daniela Montoya has filled in as captain over in Colombia, assisting in leading the midfield through challenging opening games. These athletes contribute to the identity and energy of their teams in addition to simply being named captain.

So far, in the Copa America 2025 the stand out players have been Claudia Martinez from Paraguay, Oriana Altuve from Venezuela, and Kerolin Nicoli from Brazil, each making a strong mark early in the competition. Past scorers such as Marta and Yamila are among the big names expected to make an impact this year. As it stands, Argentina and Ecuador lead Group A, while Brazil and Venezuela are on top of Group B. Unfortunately, Peru and Bolivia are currently both last one each group, but there’s still time. Group stage ends July 25th and there are still lots of games for the players to stand out.