The Colombian national football team is gearing up to face Ecuador in the South American qualifying tournament for the 2026 North America World Cup. On Tuesday, November 19, under coach Néstor Lorenzo, the Colombian squad will seek redemption after a narrow 3-2 loss to Uruguay in Montevideo. Colombia had initially taken the lead with a goal from Juan Fernando Quintero and nearly secured a draw with a last-minute goal from Carlos Andrés Gómez. However, Uruguay’s Manuel Ugarte delivered the final blow, sealing the match at 3-2 in favor of the home team, leaving Colombia in third place among the ten competing teams.
Ecuador is also in contention for one of the six direct qualification spots, making this match crucial for their hopes of participating in the tournament to be held in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The Ecuadorian team comes off a dominant 4-0 victory against Bolivia and has confirmed that Moisés Caicedo will be available for selection following his suspension due to accumulated yellow cards. Coach Sebastián Beccacece has expressed optimism ahead of the match in Barranquilla, stating, “With this proposal and this performance, which has been similar to our matches against Argentina and Brazil, we are close to achieving an away victory. We wrapped up a perfect night that has provided us with insights, learning, and reasons to continue building towards our dreams.”
The last encounter 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.
The upcoming match for the Colombian national team is scheduled for November 19 at the Metropolitano Stadium in Barranquilla at 6:00 PM.
For viewers in Colombia, the match will be broadcast live on Caracol Televisión and Canal RCN, available both on TDT and their online platforms.
This match represents an essential opportunity for both teams, showcasing the competitive spirit of South American football. As they strive for World Cup qualification, expectations are high, and fans can look forward to an exciting showdown.