Brazil will meet the United States in the final of the Olympic women's soccer tournament after beating world champion Spain 4-2 on Tuesday.
Gabi Portilho, Adriana and Kerolin struck at Stade de Marseille after an own goal from Irene Paredes had put the two-time silver medalist in an early lead.
Victory means Brazil great Marta should get the chance to end her glittering international career by competing for gold after being suspended for the quarterfinals and semifinals.
The 38-year-old Marta has said her sixth Olympics will be her last major tournament with the national team.
"We just knew what we came to do today, and it was a final for us today," said Angelina, who was leading the Brazil team. "So, we were just very determined and we just came for the win."
Soccer féminin ⚽ : le Brésil
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