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Brazilian stars selected in women's draft (AP)

 
Brazil stars Marta, Daniela and Cristiane were selected in the first round of the Women's Professional Soccer international draft Wednesday. Marta, considered the best player in the world, was taken by Los Angeles, while Daniela went to St. Louis and Cristiane was chosen by Chicago. Another Brazilian, Formiga, was chosen by the Bay Area franchise, while England's Kelly Smith went to Boston. (link)

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