Raissa Bahia, Palmeiras' left back, has been having a magical season in 2026. After being contracted by the Alviverde in the middle of last season, she started receiving opportunities with the Brazilian Women's National Team and now dreams of playing in the World Cup. — I had plans to fight to be in the Brazilian National Team, but it happened in a way I didn't expect. God is very good, I'm very happy to be participating in these last convocations — said the left back in an exclusive interview with ZH. Born in Jacobina, in the interior of Bahia, the player started to attract attention in Brazilian football while defending Gremio. She spent five seasons with the Tricolor gaúcho before transferring to Paulista football. Now, she values the history she built in Porto Alegre. — It was a place that opened doors for me, that formed me also, in a certain way. Then, I have a lot of gratitude to Gremio, for the people who passed through there with me also. About the girls (athletes who follow the club), we have a very good, very legal connection. I don't have anything to say — emphasized Raissa Bahia. With only 22 years old, the left back lives the expectation of playing her first big competition with the Brazilian National Team: — I still can't imagine, because I never experienced it, but it's like I said, I'm preparing, I'll continue preparing a lot, so if this opportunity comes, I can take advantage — concluded. Now, she and the rest of the Brazilian delegation will have another challenge ahead. On Tuesday (9), the team will face the United States again after their 2-1 victory last Saturday (6). The match that closes the Fifa date will be held at the Arena Castelão, in Fortaleza, starting at 21h30min.