Highlights and goals: Colombia 2-0 Puerto Rico for Women's Gold Cup

MARÍA. CATALINA. USME. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/dd7eTnJmPt — W Gold Cup (@GoldCup) February 28, 2024

LINDA 🤯 pic.twitter.com/QyJD8C2EuR

— W Gold Cup (@GoldCup) February 28, 2024

Colombia imposed its rhythm from the beginning, completely dominating the game, registering a total of 11 shots, of which 8 were directed towards the rival goal. However, they found a very solid goalkeeper in the ranks of Puerto Rico, who emerged as the outstanding figure of the Caribbean team.

For its part, Puerto Rico managed to make 7 shots, but only 1 of them went on goal, although towards the end of the match they tried to get closer, the solid Colombian defense did not allow them to effectively generate danger. Much of the match was played in the middle zone of the field, being a match clearly controlled by Colombia. In Colombia, the performances of its full-backs and wingers stand out, especially Linda Caicedo and Manuela Vanegas, who contributed with excellent collective actions, including an outstanding participation by Catalina Usme.

Featured Player: Catalina Usme

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The game ends at Snapdragon Stadium. Colombia advances to the quarterfinals.

Bahr's foul on Aguilera and free kick for Puerto Rico.

In their attack attempts, Puerto Rico encounters a very strong Colombian defense that retreats very well.

6 minutes are added to the meeting.

Vanegas sent it to Bahr but it was offside.

The game lost a little rhythm with the changes of both teams.

The match resumes.

Game paused due to a strong foul by García on Ramos.

With the changes, Colombia lost a little control of the ball, but still tries to handle the ball in the face of higher pressure from Puerto Rico.

The ball was left to Driesse, he tried from mid-distance with his right foot. The ball skimmed Giraldo's right post.

Foul by García in attack on Carabalí.

Carabalí tried from afar, Martínez saved perfectly.

Foul on Salazar and free kick for Colombia.

Chacón's center fell to Andrade who lowered it to Izquierdo, he finished as best he could and Martínez had a good response.

García in the area, Vanegas from behind took the ball away from him with a slight push.

⬆️: Bahr and Chacón

⬇️: Caicedo and Paví

⬆️: Pizarro, Love and García

⬇️: De Jesús, Méndez and McMahon

It was left to Izquierdo, Martínez saved again but it was invalidated due to offside.

Ramos' cross that fell to Vanegas, was saved well by Martínez.

Aguilera finished from mid-range, the ball went over the end line.

Foul by Carabalí on Love.

⬆️: Reyes, Ramos and Andrade

⬇️: Restrepo, Arias and Usme

Usme tried with a weak shot and the goalkeeper kept the ball.

Great assist from Usme to Caicedo who got into the area and in a great individual play he went hand in hand and finished perfectly.

Carabalí finished from very far from the area, the ball almost went in and a corner kick for Colombia.

Izquierdo's center, Salazar failed to connect.

⬆️: García

⬇️: Douglas

The ball is rolling for 45 more minutes.

During the first 45 minutes, Colombia demonstrated clear control of the ball, being the protagonist in the best actions of the match. They completed 4 shots, 3 of them directed towards the rival goal. Furthermore, they maintained 72% control of the game, it is important to note that much of this control was focused on the midfield. Meanwhile, Puerto Rico, at specific moments of the match, tried to get closer to Giraldo's area, the Colombian goalkeeper, but without being able to achieve clear scoring opportunities. They were met with a solid defense by Colombia, which showed ability to recover the ball. Puerto Rico's best opportunity came from a set piece in the offensive zone.

The first half ends in San Diego.

Restrepo tried from medium distance, it went off course.

Driesse's shot hits the corner and bounces off the line.

Foul by Paví on Aguilera very close to the Colombian area.

Arias tried from mid-distance with his left foot, the ball remained for Martínez.

5 minutes are added to the match.

Colombia maintains possession but Puerto Rico tries to advance its line of attack further.

Card for Love after the VAR review.

The judge goes to VAR for a possible red card.

Match stopped due to hit check on Salazar.

Foul by Paví on Aguilera in the middle of the field.

The ball fell to Love, he lost long control in the area and Giraldo kept the ball.

Marcano's foul on Izquierdo.

The match resumes with a throw-in for Colombia.

Game stoped, the medical team checks Usme.

Linda Caicedo tried to cross from the right wing but it went too far.

Vanegas cross, Martínez caught it.

Marcano's foul on Paví and free kick for Colombia.

Foul in the middle of the field for Puerto Rico.

Usme's center is rejected by García and a throw-in for Colombia.

Foul by Diesse on Salazar and free kick for Colombia.

Foul in Colombia's attack on Aguilera.

Foul in Colombia's attack.

Center from Usme that Vanegas finished off with a header, goalkeeper Martínez very well.

Colombia continues with possession of the ball, trying to expand the field at certain moments to find the wings.

Colombia achieved the goal thanks to control of the ball. Although Usme had to retreat a little, he managed to appear in the attack for the first goal of the game.

Center from Manuela Vanegas, Paví lowered it to Usme who defined it with a left foot.

Foul by Arias on Aguilera in the middle of the court.

Colombia manages possession of the ball but cannot get past the middle of the field.

Soft header from Marcano that remains in the hands of goalkeeper Giraldo.

Foul by Paví on Aguilera.

Vanegas crossed on the ground, Usme received it, but with a cue he failed to connect with Paví.

Cata sent it to Paví who was offside.

Vanegas cross that DiOrio deflects.

Love was located in the area, finished with his left foot but went wide.

The ball is rolling in California.

Puerto Rico's anthem turn.

The Colombian anthem plays at the Snapdragon Stadium.

Las boricuas are already in the stadium.

Puerto Rico ya llegó! 🤩 pic.twitter.com/094T8lXKue

— W Gold Cup (@GoldCup) February 27, 2024

JLo Varada, Jailene DeJesus, Jazmine Méndez, Daphane Méndez, Skylynn Rodríguez, Isabel Martínez, Ashley McMahon, Jojo Cotto, Imani Morlock and Kennedy García.

The cafeteras are now in the Snapdragon Stadium.

Colombia ya está presente 🇨🇴 pic.twitter.com/XkbjDZY9ik

— W Gold Cup (@GoldCup) February 27, 2024

Daniela Arias, Angie Yantén, Lorena Bedoya, Daniela Montoya, María Camila Reyes, Ivonne Chacón, Diana Celis, Sandra Sepúlveda, Lady Andrade, Mónica Ramos, Stefany Castaño and Elexa Bahr.

We are now ready to bring to you the broadcast of the Colombia vs Puerto Rico match on matchday 3 of the group stage of the Gold Cup. We invite you to enjoy this match between two teams that want to advance to the next round.

In a few moments we will share with you the starting rosters for the Colombia vs Puerto Rico match, in addition to the most recent information that emerges from the Snapdragon Stadium. Don't miss a single detail of the live match update and commentary from VAVEL's coverage.

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This is the start time of the Colombia vs Puerto Rico match on February 27, 2024 in several countries:
Argentina: 9:00 p.m.
Bolivia: 8:00 p.m.
Brazil: 9:00 p.m.
Chile: 9:00 p.m.
Colombia: 7:00 p.m.
Ecuador: 7:00 p.m.
United States: 7:00 p.m.
Spain: 01:00 hrs.
England: 00:00 hrs.
Mexico: 6:00 p.m.
Paraguay: 9:00 p.m.
Peru: 7:00 p.m.
Uruguay: 9:00 p.m.

Goalkeepers: Jlo Varada Vázquez, Sydney Martínez and Ariana Anderson
Defenses: Verónica García, Bryana Pizarro, Madison Cox, Jazmine Méndez, Isabel Martínez, Amber Diorio and Imani Morlock
Midfielders: Jailene de Jesús, Nickolette Driesse, Jillienne Aguilera, Josephine Cotto and Sarah Martínez
Attackers: Daphane Méndez, Skylynn Rodríguez, Gloria Douglas, Cristina Torres, Ashley Mc Mahon, Juelle Love, Danielle Julia Marcano and Kennedy García

Goalkeepers: Natalia Giraldo, Sandra Sepúlveda and Derly Stefany Castaño
Defenders: Manuela Vanegas, Daniela Arias, Ángela Barón, Carolina Arias and Jorelyn Carabali
Midfielders: Angie Yantén, Lorena Bedoya, Daniela Montoya, María Camila Reyes, Marcela Restrepo, Diana Celis, Ilana Izquierdo, Lady Andrade, Mónica Ramos and Liana Salazar
Attackers: Ivonne Chacón, Catalina Usme, Manuela Pavi, Linda Caicedo and Elexa Bahr

Puerto Rico's standout is Sydney Martínez, a 24-year-old goalkeeper. In the team's debut against Brazil, Martínez stood out despite the narrow 1-0 loss. Her outstanding performance in goal was essential to keep the score so close against a large team like Brazil. Her skill between the three sticks has been evident, contributing with a total of 9 saves in the matches played.

Without a doubt, the outstanding player in the coffee team is Catalina Usme. At 34 years old and playing for the Pachuca team, Usme has been a fundamental piece in the two matches played by Colombia in the Gold Cup. In the debut against Panama, Usme left his mark by scoring a goal, but his contribution did not He stopped there, also providing two assists. Furthermore, she demonstrated her ability in attack by taking a total of 7 shots, of which 3 found their way into the opponent's goal.

Puerto Rico is in third place in the group with a total of 3 points, after having won one game and lost another. Unlike their rival, their goal difference remains at 0.
In their most recent match, Puerto Rico faced Canada, achieving a 2-1 victory. The first goal of the game came from Taylor, who tied the score after Panama took the lead in the first half of the match. It was Marcano who sealed the victory for Puerto Rico with a crucial goal at the end of the match, thus securing the three points for his team.

Colombia is positioned in second place in group B, having registered one victory and one defeat. He currently accumulates 3 points in the standings and needs to add another 3 to his account if he hopes to advance to the next round of the tournament. Their goal difference is 5, mainly thanks to the resounding victory in their first match against Panama.
In their most recent matchup, Colombia faced Brazil, suffering a narrow defeat of 1-0, with an early goal scored by Adailma da Silva. Although Colombia showed a solid game and sought to take control of the match, its offense lacked effectiveness, failing to make any shots into the opponent's goal in contrast to the Brazilian team's 5 attempts.

The meeting will take place in San Diego, California, at Snapdragon Stadium. Since its inauguration in September 2022, this stadium with a capacity for 35 thousand fans has become the main headquarters of several local sports teams.
The San Diego State Aztecs, the college football team from San Diego State University, have made Snapdragon Stadium their home, competing in the NCAA. Likewise, the stadium has been the scene of matches for the San Diego Wave FC, a women's soccer team in the National Women's Soccer League, and the San Diego Legion rugby club, which has belonged to Major League Rugby since 2023.

Welcome to the coverage of the Colombia vs Puerto Rico match, corresponding to the third match of the group stage of the Women's Gold Cup.
My name is Gibelly Agudelo and I will be your host for this game. We will bring you pre-match analysis, scoreboard updates and live news here on VAVEL.