Sarah Lanziotti Maciel

Her family initially worried about the challenges of women’s football, but continued supporting her dream of becoming a professional player.

Sarah captained Internacional’s U20 side during youth competitions, showing leadership despite being one of the younger players in the squad.

Her shy personality inspired the phrase “sorriso tímido e bola no pé” (“shy smile and the ball at her feet”) in a Brazilian feature story about her journey.

Sarah balanced school life with demanding academy training schedules while rising through Internacional’s youth structure.

Sarah signed her first professional contract with Internacional in 2025.