The Colombian national team is gearing up to face Ecuador in the South American Football Confederation (Conmebol) qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup in North America. The match is slated for Tuesday, November 19th, and presents an opportunity for the team, led by coach Néstor Lorenzo, to bounce back after suffering a 3-2 loss to Uruguay in Montevideo. In that match, Colombia initially took the lead thanks to Juan Fernando Quintero’s goal but ultimately lost in a dramatic finish when Uruguay’s Manuel Ugarte scored the decisive moment. This defeat places Colombia in third place among the 10 teams competing in the qualifiers.
Ecuador, meanwhile, is fighting for one of the six direct qualification spots, making this match pivotal for securing a place in the upcoming Copa scheduled to take place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The Ecuadorian team comes off a resounding 4-0 victory over Bolivia and has confirmed that Moisés Caicedo will return to the lineup following his suspension due to yellow card accumulation. Coach Sebastián Beccacece has expressed optimism about the upcoming clash in Barranquilla, stating, “With this approach and performance, similar to our games against Argentina and Brazil, we are close to achieving a victory on the road. We finished with a great night that provided us with valuable information, learning experiences, and motivation to move toward our dream.”
The last showdown between Colombia and Ecuador in a World Cup qualifier took place in October 2023, ending in a goalless draw at the Rodrigo Paz Delgado Stadium in Quito.
Fans can catch the match on November 19th at the Metropolitano Stadium in Barranquilla, starting at 6:00 PM. It will be broadcast live in Colombia on Caracol Televisión and Canal RCN, available through TDT and their online platforms.
This upcoming clash not only holds significant importance for both teams but also promises to showcase the resilience and determination of Colombian football as it seeks redemption while Ecuador aims for confirmation of their spot in the World Cup.
By emphasizing a spirit of competition, the match could serve as a turning point for Colombia, rejuvenating their campaign in a quest for international glory.