The Colombia U-20 National Team He debuted with a 2-0 victory against Chile in the South American category that takes place in Ecuador and is a qualifier for the World Cup that will be played in our country between August and September.
Colombia, which as the host country of the World Cup already has the quota, faces this South American event in preparation. And his debut was overwhelming with victory, with two goals from Gabriela Rodriguezwho was a figure of the party, although she was expelled.
Gabriela scored the first goal after a counterattack play, in which Karla Viancha He enabled her with a spectacular cue. Gabriela faced, made a feint and finished very well.
Then, the same number '10' of the National Team scored with a header by taking advantage of a cross from the side. Gabriela surprised the defense, got up and headed in to make it 2-0.
Chile had some attempts to score in the first half, in the middle distance, such as a shot that grazed the crossbar.
However, what seemed to be a glorious match for Gabriela Rodríguez was tarnished when the player hit an opponent in the face with the guayo and was sent off, at minute 12 of the second half.
“Happy to start on the right foot, thank God it was achieved. This has been a long process and it makes us strong. Every time we show the country that we can,” said goalkeeper Luisa Agudelo.
The Colombian National Team had no problems, despite having one less player, and took the three points. Ajora will face Venezuela in its next match, in group B, this Tuesday.
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