QUITO, Aug 2 (Reuters) - Brazil successfully defended their Women's Copa America crown by defeating Colombia 5-4 in a shootout on Saturday to claim their ninth continental title after a roller-coaster final in Quito ended 4-4.

Marta scores two late goals as Brazil defend their Copa America Femenina title with a penalty shootout victory over Colombia.

Brazil crowned champions of the AmericasLast night, Brazil managed to retain their title as champions of the Americas, once again lifting the Copa America Feminina after defeating Colombia (4-4, 5-4