Today, the Orlando Pride have announced that Brazilian defender Rafaelle has signed a new contract through 2028.
“Since arriving at our club, Rafaelle has proven to be an exceptional leader both on the
pitch and in the locker room,” VP of Soccer Operations and Sporting Director Haley Carter said. “She’s one of the best center backs in the world, and her experience, composure under pressure, and tactical awareness have been instrumental in strengthening our backline. Securing her commitment through 2028 is a major statement as we continue building a championship-caliber squad for Orlando.”
She has made 29 appearances for the club (all competitions) and become a mainstay for the team’s backline. Her impact? They are unbeaten in 21 of the 26 regular season matches that Rafaella has appeared in and won 16 of those.
Internationally, she has earned 84 caps, representing Brazil. Rafaelle has represented her country at the 2015 and 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cups and at the 2016, 2020, and 2024 Olympic Games.
