Host nation Brazil rolled through China 3-0 in their opening Olympic match on Tuesday afternoon behind goals from Monica, Andressa Alves, Cristiane.
Houston Dash midfielder Andressa came on as a substitute in the 58th minute and immediately showed her quality. A minute after entering, the young midfielder lofted a perfectly weighted pass into the channel for Marta. The legendary forward dribbled into the box and crossed for Alves for the second goal of the game.
Andressa provided the ball for the final goal of the night as well, as her free kick found the head of Cristiane to seal the victory in the 90th minute.