Colombia Faces Venezuela in World Cup Qualifier
The Colombian U-17 women's national team is on the verge of making a triumphant return to the FIFA World Cup, set to take place in Morocco in 2026. This Saturday, they will face Venezuela in a crucial match that will determine one of the last South American spots for the upcoming tournament, marking the conclusion of the South American Championship held in Paraguay.
According to the schedule established by Conmebol, the match is scheduled for Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. Colombian time at the Estadio Ameliano in Villeta, Paraguay. Fans can catch the live broadcast on Caracol TV and its app, Ditu.
This match is pivotal for both teams' aspirations, as it will ultimately decide which squad secures the direct qualification to the FIFA World Cup in Morocco, a primary goal for this generation of talented players. Argentina and Brazil have already secured their places in the World Cup final after advancing through the South American U-17 Women's Championship, leaving the remaining two spots to be contested between Colombia and Venezuela, and Chile and Ecuador.
Colombia enters this decisive match following a strong performance in the group stages, finishing unbeaten in Group A with eight points, the same as Argentina and Chile, in a highly competitive bracket that required tiebreaker criteria to determine standings. The national team began its campaign with a challenging 1-1 draw against Argentina, followed by a hard-fought 0-0 stalemate against Chile. However, they bounced back with an impressive 3-0 victory over Bolivia and sealed their group stage with another solid win, defeating Paraguay 3-0, which firmly established their qualification and highlighted the team's momentum in the tournament.
Overall, Colombia concluded the first round with two victories, two draws, scoring seven goals while conceding only one, showcasing one of the most formidable defenses in the championship. Now, with Venezuela as their next opponent, the stakes are high, and there is no room for error. The winner of this match will not only secure a place in Morocco for the World Cup but will also continue to affirm the growth and development of women's youth football in South America.
As the Colombian U-17 team prepares to take this crucial final step towards World Cup qualification this Saturday at noon in Paraguay, it stands as one of the most significant matches in the recent history of the U-17 category.
As reported by elespectador.com.
