Catarina Macario's Journey to the USWNT

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  • Опубліковано 16 жов 2024
  • From playing with the boys growing up in Brazil to earning her first cap with #USWNT, it's been a remarkable journey for Catarina Macario to represent the country she calls home. 🇺🇸
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 246

  • @cheyennem9218
    @cheyennem9218 3 роки тому +171

    So proud to see her on the pitch! This is what America is about

    • @kobinasagoe7407
      @kobinasagoe7407 3 роки тому +9

      What's America about? Brazil women were playing football before she was born.

    • @cheyennem9218
      @cheyennem9218 3 роки тому +11

      @@kobinasagoe7407 Good for them. She wanted to play for the USWNT as a girl and now she is. Proud of her realizing her dreams.

    • @cheyennem9218
      @cheyennem9218 3 роки тому +2

      @Apple Account s If you don't think she's earned at least this much, I don't know what to tell you. It's short-sighted at the very least. We'll see if she makes it onto the Olympic roster, but either way, she's good on the pitch and certainly justifies her presence at training camp.

    • @barbaraspridgeon2660
      @barbaraspridgeon2660 3 роки тому

      @@kobinasagoe7407 🤔🙄 someone needs their comprehension skills sharpened.

  • @JeanClaudeCOCO
    @JeanClaudeCOCO 3 роки тому +131

    Catarina made her decision to represent the US at a very young age which makes this all come full circle. Imagine waiting years for something you don’t really have control over. She could have stalled, had an life injury or a number of other living changing situations. Yet she persevered guided by her loyalty to the nation who give her an opportunity and her abilities on the field. You’re now part of the greatest women’s team in the world Cat. You get to walk and live in the shadows of giants. You will no doubt create a name for yourself that will rival any of those greats who’ve worn the red, white, and blue. Bravo 👏

  • @ussoccer
    @ussoccer  3 роки тому +77

    Turns out we would've only needed to wait three minutes into her first start to include her first goal in this piece! Oh well, águas passadas não movem moinhos. 🤷🏽‍♀️

  • @RainbowDaisys
    @RainbowDaisys 3 роки тому +52

    she is so beautiful and talented!! love to seeing her play on the national team

    • @bkirstie
      @bkirstie 3 роки тому +1

      gorgeous and her mom

  • @buhbbhclaus3958
    @buhbbhclaus3958 3 роки тому +121

    i love these journey videos they’re so inspiring and motivating

    • @kobinasagoe7407
      @kobinasagoe7407 3 роки тому +2

      Are you serious? Is Brazil 🇧🇷 not a soccer nation?

  • @RodSpeak11
    @RodSpeak11 3 роки тому +19

    I'm filled with so much joy when I see her play. She's amazing and her story is what America should be about. Congrats Catarina!! The USWNT is so incredibly impactful and trendsetting in the shaping of women's sports. They are the best and have a long tradition of talent and success that will hopefully continue for a long time. Go USWNT! One of few shining examples of American exceptionalism.

  • @agatalissi525
    @agatalissi525 3 роки тому +33

    What an exiting moment when she ran finally on the pitch wearing the US jersey with her name on the back. It was a very special moment for her career and I think that that's just the beginning of a beautiful and successful sport story. I really admire her perseverance duting those years she never stop beliving and working really hard for realize her big dream, be a member of the greatest women's soccer nactional team in the world. Now she realize this dream and I believe that everybody could learn a lot from this young star. 🇺🇸⚽

  • @sarahmckenzie847
    @sarahmckenzie847 3 роки тому +25

    I’ve been following her journey for over two years and she is truly such a remarkable player. Mark my word, she will be the best in the world one day.

    • @I_Have_The_Most_Japanese_Music
      @I_Have_The_Most_Japanese_Music 3 роки тому +1

      What position do you see her playing for the USWNT?

    • @katieshrewsbury5102
      @katieshrewsbury5102 3 роки тому +1

      you are 100% right. she most definitely will. she brings a whole new personality to the team that we need. she’s such a remarkable player and a true inspiration

    • @sarahmckenzie847
      @sarahmckenzie847 3 роки тому +1

      @@I_Have_The_Most_Japanese_Music she played in the midfield at Stanford for a couple of seasons but USWNT is pretty saturated with young, promising midfielders - so I reckon with the departure of some of the vets (Lloyd, Rapinoe, Press, Heath, Morgan etc.) in the next 5-10 years there'll be a superstar striker spot with her name written all over it. She's versatile and adaptable enough to make any position her own.

    • @sarahmckenzie847
      @sarahmckenzie847 3 роки тому +1

      @Apple Account s bear in mind that she's only 21 and has not yet played any professional football. Development does take time, but I see a lot of potential there

  • @usasupersoccer
    @usasupersoccer 3 роки тому +25

    Beautiful story!
    Catarina Macario is a great player.

  • @dslam1680
    @dslam1680 3 роки тому +5

    i was sitting behind the goal 1st half last night n it took literally a couple minutes into the game and she stood out ...the future at fwd looks very bright for the US ...cant wait to see this team at full strength ...

  • @Whizkidsoo
    @Whizkidsoo 3 роки тому +28

    She coulda gone easy route gone to brazil and be a star right away, but wanted to fight for a spot on the most badass team in the country... man cutting down to 18 is scary

    • @bkirstie
      @bkirstie 3 роки тому

      she will make it

    • @adiliasousa6276
      @adiliasousa6276 3 роки тому +3

      Easy Route? Do you have Any clue how hard it is for women in countries like Brasil to make it in the sport? The "easy" route was coming to the USA.

    • @thomasmiller28
      @thomasmiller28 3 роки тому +2

      @@adiliasousa6276 I think he meant Brasil being the “easy route” once she had already developed into the player she is today. Like if she came to the US, played at Stanford and then decided she wanted to represent Brasil at the senior level. At that point it would’ve been easier to make the Seleção Feminina than the USWNT.

    • @barbaraspridgeon2660
      @barbaraspridgeon2660 3 роки тому

      @@adiliasousa6276 not her!

  • @juliasoccergirl1409
    @juliasoccergirl1409 3 роки тому +3

    I remember we was in college. She was amazing!! 🤩🤩🤩

  • @jamiespino8418
    @jamiespino8418 3 роки тому +3

    This girl has a great potential....I am looking forward to enjoy every single goal she will score.....

  • @faceymagee1283
    @faceymagee1283 Рік тому +1

    What an amazing woman! 🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @01FozzyS
    @01FozzyS 3 роки тому +15

    Cat is one heck of a player and will only get better in her game. The team just gets deeper and deeper!

    • @JeanClaudeCOCO
      @JeanClaudeCOCO 3 роки тому +2

      Plus she can play forward something we need with most of of starting line up front in their 30s. She’s highly technical and an amazing 3 dimensional player.

    • @ryanchen7139
      @ryanchen7139 Рік тому

      @@JeanClaudeCOCO can't agree more

  • @jeffreyknutson
    @jeffreyknutson 3 роки тому +3

    Great soccer player, and as beautiful as an angel. I can't wait to watch her play more! She definitely has the skills of a professional player. Woohoo!!

  • @mtadams2009
    @mtadams2009 3 роки тому +1

    It was great to see her score her first goal the other night, many more to come.

  • @brendalucasvicente9635
    @brendalucasvicente9635 3 роки тому +11

    Wooooooo, LETS GO ❤️

  • @shelbysmama4974
    @shelbysmama4974 3 роки тому +6

    It's gonna be soooooo much fun to watch you play, Catarina.
    Welcome to the team!

  • @elisaiah1
    @elisaiah1 3 роки тому +5

    She's in a class all of her own. I've been waiting for this time for two years. I knew she was going to be a star. 2021 Olympics and 2023 Women's World Cup, here she comes!! 🥇🥇🥇🥇🥇 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    • @I_Have_The_Most_Japanese_Music
      @I_Have_The_Most_Japanese_Music 3 роки тому

      Where do you think she will fit in the history of the USWNT?

    • @elisaiah1
      @elisaiah1 3 роки тому

      @@I_Have_The_Most_Japanese_Music If she stays healthy, she can surpass greats like Abby Wambach and Mia Hamm. BIG expectations and she knows it!

    • @ms1007901
      @ms1007901 3 роки тому

      @@elisaiah1 I watched her plays in Columbia games. Yes she is very likely in the pantheon of Mia and Wambach.

  • @fensterputzernuernberg
    @fensterputzernuernberg 3 роки тому

    Congratulations . you are simply a great inspiration to all others that have a passion for something and want to make it . Must be a great feeling ..

  • @adrianaavila5672
    @adrianaavila5672 3 роки тому +3

    I can't imagine her happiness. Kick asses catarina !!!! ⚽⚽⚽

  • @fyahssab
    @fyahssab 3 роки тому

    you will be legendary. Proud of you and keep pressing onwards.

  • @emeertz
    @emeertz 3 роки тому

    I am so excited to watch her!

  • @ConstanceHT
    @ConstanceHT 3 роки тому +17

    Her story kind of remind me of Sydney Leroux's, what with them being born in a different country and then leaving it to live in the US at a young age. Best of luck to Catarina.

  • @japeri171
    @japeri171 3 роки тому +4

    Besides being beautiful, she is humble,talented and comes from a great family.She kicks very well from outside the area,knows how to dribble and hits free kicks like few players.

  • @Rod17
    @Rod17 3 роки тому +7

    what a story ... can't wait for what she is yet to become on this team.

  • @Link3x3000
    @Link3x3000 3 роки тому

    I’m so excited to see what she brings to the team

  • @al.3387
    @al.3387 3 роки тому +3

    That's what the American dream is all about - possibilities and opportunities for all. That makes this country the greatest in the world. I love this country!!!

  • @bandit1668
    @bandit1668 3 роки тому +30

    First! She did great in the USWNT vs Columbia game!! Keep it up girl

  • @nellybianchi2544
    @nellybianchi2544 3 роки тому +1

    She will be one of the greats

  • @alessiarubino2723
    @alessiarubino2723 3 роки тому +1

    i met her and she was so nice!

  • @brendalucasvicente9635
    @brendalucasvicente9635 3 роки тому +11

    Been waiting for this ❤️

  • @huzain52796
    @huzain52796 3 роки тому +16

    Catarina Macario is the Brazilian-born U.S. WNT midfielder

  • @drophatmusic
    @drophatmusic 3 роки тому

    She's going to be a huge star 🌟 ✨. She has a great attitude.

  • @Vanni714
    @Vanni714 3 роки тому +3

    WELCOME CATARINA!! :D Congrats on your citizenship & becoming part of this amazing team, we cannot wait to see you soar and make all the latinas proud ;) USA USA USA!!! :D

    • @barbaraspridgeon2660
      @barbaraspridgeon2660 3 роки тому +1

      One thing about being a “True” American is that we don’t see the race of a player. They are just players who we love, stand behind and support through thick and thin. Not Make all the Caucasian’s, latinas, Africans, Asians and so on proud. No matter their race! They ALL make me proud.

    • @sp123
      @sp123 Рік тому

      @@barbaraspridgeon2660 thats not true, UK is more "colorblind" when it comes to their athletes than USA

  • @lela7053
    @lela7053 3 роки тому +4

    I am so exited to see more of her!!!

  • @nottoomuch87
    @nottoomuch87 3 роки тому +1

    Yes Catarina, so happy and excited for her. She is a very intelligent young woman with a great head on her shoulders. She will do amazing things on and off the soccer field. Welcome to the team!!!

  • @pedro7america
    @pedro7america 3 роки тому +1

    Just saw her highlight from Stanford! This young star can BALL! If this was men’s National team they’d be hyping the player soo much.. but because it’s US WNT he didn’t hear much about her! She is a Star in the making! Girl got mad skills!

  • @danw4711
    @danw4711 3 роки тому +7

    We already love you

  • @andy_h_inc
    @andy_h_inc 3 роки тому +3

    What a great story and such an inspiration!

  • @sarah_chang
    @sarah_chang 3 роки тому +28

    a Macario jersey might be in my future👀

    • @barbaraspridgeon2660
      @barbaraspridgeon2660 3 роки тому +3

      I can’t wait to see what her true number will finally be.

    • @barbaraspridgeon2660
      @barbaraspridgeon2660 3 роки тому

      Wadda ya think? 10?

    • @chelsea4life237
      @chelsea4life237 3 роки тому +1

      @@barbaraspridgeon2660 that’s exactly what I was thinking, once Carli goes she will get probably 10 or maybe 11

  • @giannasalib9229
    @giannasalib9229 3 роки тому +5

    one of my new favorite players!

  • @merycastro2608
    @merycastro2608 3 роки тому +1

    WOw ! Next Marta or Mia Ham . The Land of opportunity ! I see the fifth star on top of the US crest . Great job US soccer recognizing and recruiting talent

  • @mxbreed20
    @mxbreed20 Рік тому

    Catarina, now she is going to be a team player extraordinaire. There was that one goal she unselfishly gave up to Mallory Pugh. It was a sight to behold. She's definitely the one to watch.

  • @ExpatsEverywhere
    @ExpatsEverywhere 3 роки тому +1

    Catarina, great to have you as an American 🇺🇸 We're so excited for your present and future with the USWNT. Awesome interview. We love your hard work and positivity. 🙏

  • @cyrilcalistusezeugo8471
    @cyrilcalistusezeugo8471 Рік тому

    At the end of the day, if you can play you can play 💙💙

  • @darvinloredo3119
    @darvinloredo3119 3 роки тому +9

    I want Pugh Lavelle and her on the field together

  • @ORQ5StarBlue
    @ORQ5StarBlue 3 роки тому +4

    Congratulations on your journey to the USWNT best of luck ⚽️ @catarinamacario

  • @ccastro19741
    @ccastro19741 3 роки тому +1

    Soo gourgeous !!!has to be brazilian thou!!!

  • @miketerry6992
    @miketerry6992 3 роки тому

    So awesome to finally have her represent the USA!

  • @miniroll8513
    @miniroll8513 3 роки тому +49

    Reminds me a lot of Tobin the way she plays

    • @mayajolic17
      @mayajolic17 3 роки тому +7

      yeah very technical and good and dribbling and juggling

    • @somethingaboutthewoods
      @somethingaboutthewoods 3 роки тому +2

      That’s what I was thinking on Monday seeing her play. Good talent

    • @chelsea4life237
      @chelsea4life237 3 роки тому +6

      @li I’m not ready for the day Tobin retires

    • @mayajolic17
      @mayajolic17 3 роки тому +3

      exactly It will be a very sad day when she retires I love her sooo much

    • @christophermotte7532
      @christophermotte7532 3 роки тому +3

      No way like Tobin.

  • @georgemichalopoulos2684
    @georgemichalopoulos2684 Рік тому

    Carina you are the best soccer player

  • @tabim3
    @tabim3 3 роки тому +7

    I want to be like her she’s amazing!❤️

  • @PurpleSwan
    @PurpleSwan Рік тому

    She has very, very good soccer skills. She is beautiful, too.

  • @krystalgomez7313
    @krystalgomez7313 3 роки тому +4

    Amazing story!!!

  • @numbers7n
    @numbers7n 3 роки тому

    Catarina, Lavelle, Mewis, Dunn, Ertz... they are the future of the USWNT!!

  • @scientia_adiuvat
    @scientia_adiuvat 3 роки тому +2

    e pensar que o Brasil perdeu essa joia...lamentamos muito por isso.

  • @jasimallcherokee9053
    @jasimallcherokee9053 3 роки тому

    She is honest, I respect her she loves America that awesome she has loyal to our home USA ❤️

  • @giadap9501
    @giadap9501 3 роки тому +2

    I love her so much!!! She is the first player on the uswnt that I play like!! I want to play as good as her when I am her age!!

  • @haileynierman5715
    @haileynierman5715 3 роки тому +2

    wait i’m so confused- did the uswnt play tonight?? i didn’t think they did but now i’m seeing all these press match conferences posted tonight. was that from the other days game?

    • @hayleysnider3735
      @hayleysnider3735 3 роки тому +2

      There was a presser today, but no game. They play tomorrow

  • @MarianaRibeiro-yx8op
    @MarianaRibeiro-yx8op 3 роки тому +2

    O Brasil tem grandes jogadoras o problema está na estrutura, se ela está feliz isso é o que importa. Tem jogadoras nascida no USA que pelo Brasil também isso faz parte do esporte.

  • @stephaniestevens8731
    @stephaniestevens8731 3 роки тому

    Amazing. Can't wait to watch more of her!

  • @G10-n7f
    @G10-n7f 2 роки тому

    For those who are discontent with Catarina’s decision of choosing the US over Brazil their is an article on behalf of ESPN that thoroughly explains why she made that decision.
    Para aqueles que estão descontentes com a decisão de Catarina de escolher os EUA ao invés do Brasil, há um artigo em nome da ESPN que explica detalhadamente por que ela tomou essa decisão.

  • @jmass8699
    @jmass8699 3 роки тому +9

    And now she has signed with one of the biggest clubs in Europe! Congrats!

  • @chochonero341
    @chochonero341 3 роки тому +10

    For someone who did not speak English has done very well. I did not hear any hint of an accent.

  • @bkirstie
    @bkirstie 3 роки тому +1

    she’s beautiful

  • @maddienieves7662
    @maddienieves7662 3 роки тому +1

    ive watched her from year 1 at stanford,, im so proud🥺

  • @christinaa3026
    @christinaa3026 3 роки тому

    This is so amazing. Congrats, Catarina.

  • @kmhkmh5806
    @kmhkmh5806 3 роки тому

    That's so beautiful! Everyone here should get to stay and feel that American feeling!😝

  • @yosuapinandoyo4141
    @yosuapinandoyo4141 3 роки тому

    l love you Catarina Macario's you are my favorite

  • @PoliPWorld
    @PoliPWorld 3 роки тому

    Simply AMAZING, Catarina! 🙏🏽

  • @chrisdardar9445
    @chrisdardar9445 3 роки тому

    She doesn't have much of the Brazilian accent at all moving here at age 12...sounds just like a SoCal chill surfer chick now! Let's go ladies!

  • @Jhart44
    @Jhart44 3 роки тому +9

    I NEED TOBIN ON THE NEXT WORLD CUP TEAM. I NEED 1 MORE WORLD CUP WITH TOBS😭

  • @NehesuBantu
    @NehesuBantu 3 роки тому +12

    Very special player im sure Brazil 🇧🇷 is not at all disappointed....

    • @luv3351
      @luv3351 3 роки тому +12

      I’m brazilian and i’m very proud of her. Our country doesn’t value women soccer, she is right to choose one that give her the value that she deserves. Hope that this makes our country ashamed of how we treat girls that likes soccer and realize the talent that we are losing. Go USWNT ❤️🇧🇷🇺🇸

    • @JeanClaudeCOCO
      @JeanClaudeCOCO 3 роки тому +5

      @@luv3351 I’m glad you’re saying this because Cat made her decision at a really young age and not done with malaise or contempt for the Brazilian people. I hope she’s not subjected to taunting and abuse when the US plays Brazil.
      This all happen a decade ago, I hope the 🇧🇷 federation invest in their young players because there are many girls who want to play soccer in a country that values it more (only for men and boys) then anywhere in the world.

    • @NehesuBantu
      @NehesuBantu 3 роки тому

      @@luv3351 You're Brazilian however its like everyone that gets a ticket in is taught to deny or even hate where they came from although the one's initiating control are foreigners themselves. This is not about race and country but the survival of a people that are being driven to non-existent by society and the law it governs. Its unfortunate the twist and turns life take undeserving towards those who are truly inspired to spread the true benefits of diversity. Hope this makes sense peace...

    • @williamfilene4493
      @williamfilene4493 3 роки тому +1

      @@luv3351 que vergonha voce falar isso. o brasil esta se estruturando tem duas divisoes a seleçao esta sendo bem tratada. marta passou bem mais dificuldades mesmo assim nao abandonou a naçao

    • @nottoomuch87
      @nottoomuch87 3 роки тому

      @@luv3351 So nice to hear a Brazilian who gets it. She didn't just choose the USWNT because they win, she chose them because the team and its players are valued far more than in Brazil. Thank you for this comment.

  • @kristinav1078
    @kristinav1078 3 роки тому +3

    Welcome ☺️🙏🏽

  • @sunner108
    @sunner108 3 роки тому +3

    If she was born in the US, she may not have had the opportunity to even pursue soccer. It's such a white and suburban sport in the US, it excludes a lot of Black and brown kids from the start. Sad to think how many kids don't even get the chance.

  • @jmellothagreat131
    @jmellothagreat131 3 роки тому

    Love stories like these

  • @anger101
    @anger101 3 роки тому

    yesssss...so excited to see her tear it up!

  • @coachhbosoccer
    @coachhbosoccer 3 роки тому

    She can be Ballón d'Or winner in a few years

  • @donaldstaffordii4709
    @donaldstaffordii4709 2 роки тому

    A great definition of what it means to be an American!

  • @autumnrice6096
    @autumnrice6096 3 роки тому

    Oh I love her soooooo much❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @evg5876
    @evg5876 3 роки тому +1

    Love her already

  • @britr4375
    @britr4375 3 роки тому

    Si un futbolista 🤝 que buneo.

  • @uchennaokwor1951
    @uchennaokwor1951 Рік тому +1

    Welcome to Chelsea

  • @haileyhudson4157
    @haileyhudson4157 3 роки тому

    She is amazing!!

  • @stephalves5867
    @stephalves5867 3 роки тому +2

    The future of this team is looking good 🇺🇸

  • @jomexboy5585
    @jomexboy5585 Рік тому +1

    Now she is a Chelsea player

  • @pjw0811
    @pjw0811 3 роки тому +2

    My two daughters ♥️ you

  • @mosshark
    @mosshark 3 роки тому

    💪🏼

  • @KhanLikeNo0ther
    @KhanLikeNo0ther 3 роки тому +1

    GOD BLESS AMERICA

  • @SleepyNFit
    @SleepyNFit 2 роки тому

    I did NOT expect her to sound like that. Beautiful voice though, excellent player.

  • @nellysmileshine1005
    @nellysmileshine1005 3 роки тому

    The US women’s team finally is getting a diversity of races, they had the common only American look, they needed a little Latin spice so happy to see the mix starting to happen 💕

  • @destionos5038
    @destionos5038 3 роки тому +2

    She could have been the next Mata for Brazil. Talent all over.

  • @Tour62Eiffel
    @Tour62Eiffel 3 роки тому

    Bienvenue à Lyon

  • @vernonhardapple6983
    @vernonhardapple6983 3 роки тому

    I remeber playing at the Surf Cup as a wee lad. are they still held to this day, Covid aside?

    • @katiebarrios180
      @katiebarrios180 3 роки тому +1

      Not right now with COVID but yes!! They still hold surf cup!

  • @safetynudge9026
    @safetynudge9026 Рік тому

    Thanks Catarina, for putting your skills at the service of the US. Let's form a new team around the likes of you and Mal Pugh and Sophia and Ashley., with a new coach

  • @gjjl1st340
    @gjjl1st340 3 роки тому +2

    🇺🇸❤⚽️

  • @ly9386
    @ly9386 3 роки тому +1

    Aw the team is brilliant to Cat

  • @fabianovelho1537
    @fabianovelho1537 2 роки тому +2

    Se ela ficasse no Brasil não se desenvolveria como atleta e pessoa, talvez nem chegaria a se profissionalizar!O Brasil perdeu um grande talento, mas o que importa é que ela está feliz