Houston Dash sign Brazilian sensation Tarciane in blockbuster NWSL transfer – paying Corinthians third-highest fee in women's soccer history

Brazilian sensation Tarciane has signed for the Houston Dash for the third-highest transfer fee ever recorded in the women's game.

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• Dash sign Brazil's Tarciane
• Houston traded Maria Sanchez to SD Wave
• NWSL side pay third-highest fee ever for defender

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  WHAT HAPPENED?

  The Dash have splashed the cash, signing the 20-year-old defender in stunning fashion. The 11th signing of the 2024 campaign for Houston, General Manager Alex Singer has completely revamped her squad – including the transfer of star player Maria Sanchez to the San Diego Wave.

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  THE BIGGER PICTURE

  The central defender has climbed the ranks with the Brazil national team in 2024, making both the CONCACAF W Gold Cup and SheBelievesCup rosters. She appeared in five out of eight matches for the Canarinha, leading them to a second and third place finish each respective tournament. Tarciane was ranked the 14th best wonderkid in women's soccer in 2022 by

• WHAT TARCIANE SAID

  “I'm very happy to play in Houston, I am motivated and prepared for this new challenge in my career,” Tarciane said. “Playing in the NWSL is a dream come true. This is one of the best leagues in the world plus a country with so much tradition in women's soccer. It's such a fantastic opportunity and I'll do my best to represent this club on-and-off the field.”

• DID YOU KNOW?

  Tarciane had a breakout SheBelieves Cup in 2024, scoring against Canada and playing 90 minutes in both the semifinals and third-place match against Japan.