Manuella de Souza Santos Pimentel

Goalkeeping began partly because she “was too lazy to run,” so she went in goal — and it worked.

Manu’s first sport was basketball, and she only switched toward football after being invited to help a school futsal team that did not have enough girls available.

Manu’s advice to younger girls in football is to stay authentic and never give up, because opportunities eventually arrive

Her social media profile publicly links her with goalkeeper glove brand GK12. 

In her free time, she enjoys playing video games and exploring nature, combining her love for digital challenges with outdoor adventures.

Manu’s favorite Red Bull flavor is the classic Original Red Bull.