Flávia Caroline da Mota Cardoso, known as Flávia Mota, is a Brazilian footballer who has established herself as a reliable central defender in the top flight of Brazilian women's football. She has represented Brazil at the international level during her youth career.
She is a highly decorated domestic player, having won major trophies including the Campeonato Paulista Feminino and the Copa Rio Feminina.
Standing at 170 cm (5'7"), she is known for her tactical discipline and defensive positioning, often ranking among the top defenders in the league for interceptions and blocked shots.
Flávia is noted for her ambidexterity, as she is comfortable using either foot to clear lines or initiate attacks from the back, a rare and valuable trait for a centre-back.
She has a significant international background, representing Brazil at the U20 level. She was a key member of the squad during the 2020 Sudamericano Sub-20 Feminino, where she gained valuable experience competing against the best young talent in South America.
| Campeonato Paulista Feminino Winner (2023 with Palmeiras) | 1× |
| Copa Rio Feminina Winner (2025/26 with Flamengo) | 1× |
| Year | Club | AP | GL |
|---|---|---|---|
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2025
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present
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Flamengo | 17 | 1 |
|
2023
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2024
|
Palmeiras | 23 | 0 |
|
2021
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2022
|
Red Bull Bragantino | 15 | 0 |
|
2020
-
|
América Mineiro | ||
| International Stats | |||
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2020
-
|
Brazil U20 | 2 | 0 |