key players to watch at Copa América Femenina 2025

The Copa América Femenina 2025—now in its 10th edition—kicks off on 11 July, in the high-altitude city of Quito, Ecuador.

Featuring 10 CONMEBOL national teams split into two groups of five, the top two from each group will advance to the semifinals, while third-place teams will contest the fifth-place playoff. On the line is not only continental glory, but also the first qualification spots for the next Pan American Games, to be held in Lima, Peru in 2027.

The tournament also promises to be a showcase of rising stars and seasoned veterans, who are helping shape the future of women’s football in South America. From World Cup standouts to football legends, here are five players you won’t want to miss in Ecuador.

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