On June 24th, 2019, Panama made history when Marta Cox scored the first-ever goal for the Panama Women’s National Team in the FIFA Women’s World Cup. The goal came in the second half of the match against France, which ended in a 1-4 loss for Panama.
Marta Cox, a 21-year-old midfielder, was born in Panama City and has been playing soccer since she was a child. She currently plays for the Panama Women’s National Team and is a member of the Club Atlético Nacional in Colombia.
Cox’s goal against France was a momentous occasion for Panama, as it was the first time that the country had ever scored in a Women’s World Cup match. It was also a historic moment for women’s soccer in Panama, as it marked the first time that a Panamanian woman had scored in a World Cup match.
The goal was also significant for Cox herself, as it was her first international goal and it came against one of the top teams in the world. She celebrated the goal with a jubilant fist pump and received a standing ovation from the crowd.
Cox’s goal was an inspiring moment for women’s soccer in Panama and around the world. It showed that women can achieve great things on the soccer field and that they can compete with the best teams in the world. It also showed that with hard work and dedication, anything is possible.
Marta Cox’s goal against France was a historic moment for Panama and women’s soccer. It showed that women can compete with the best teams in the world and that they can achieve great things on the soccer field. It was an inspiring moment for all those who believe in the power of hard work and dedication.
