The Colombian national team is gearing up to take on Ecuador in the South American Football Confederation (Conmebol) qualifying tournament for the 2026 World Cup, which will take place in North America. On Tuesday, November 19, coach Néstor Lorenzo’s squad will look to redeem themselves after a disappointing 3-2 loss to Uruguay in Montevideo. Initially, Colombia held a lead thanks to an early goal from Juan Fernando Quintero, and they nearly equalized with a late goal from Carlos Andrés Gómez during stoppage time. However, Uruguayan Manuel Ugarte scored the decisive goal, securing the victory for the home team. This outcome leaves Colombia in third place among the ten competing teams.
Ecuador, on the other hand, is vying for one of the six direct qualification spots, making this match essential for their chances of reaching the tournament that will take place in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Following a commanding 4-0 win over Bolivia, Ecuador has confirmed that Moisés Caicedo will be available for selection after serving a suspension due to accumulated yellow cards. Coach Sebastián Beccacece has expressed optimism as the team heads into the match in Barranquilla. “With our current approach and performance—similar to what we achieved against Argentina and Brazil—we are close to achieving an away victory. We ended a perfect night that provided us with information, learning, and reasons to continue chasing our dream,” he noted.
The last encounter between Colombia and Ecuador in World Cup qualifying took place in October 2023, resulting in a scoreless draw at the Rodrigo Paz Delgado Stadium in Quito.
Match Schedule
Colombia’s upcoming match is set for November 19 at the Estadio Metropolitano in Barranquilla, kicking off at 6:00 PM.
Where to Watch the Match
The twelfth match of the Conmebol qualifiers for the World Cup will be broadcast live in Colombia on Caracol Televisión and Canal RCN, available both on TDT and via their online platforms.
This match represents a critical opportunity for both teams. For Colombia, it serves as a chance to bounce back from recent setbacks, while Ecuador seeks to solidify its position in the race for World Cup qualification. Fans from both nations can look forward to an exciting and competitive encounter.