2026 U-20 WWC: Colombia Boss Relishes Victory Over Falconets
Colombia U-20 women's head coach, Carlos Paniagua, expressed his delight following the team's hard-fought victory over Nigeria's Falconets in the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup. The South American side secured a crucial 1-0 win, securing their place in the semi-finals of the prestigious tournament.
Valerin Loboa's late goal proved to be the difference as Colombia managed to hold on for a crucial victory. This win maintains Colombia's impressive record of never being eliminated in the quarter-finals of the U-20 Women's World Cup.
Speaking to FIFA, Paniagua expressed his emotions, stating, "I am very emotional and we will keep working. A semi-final match is coming, and regardless of who the opponent is, there will be a group of Colombian players who are committed to this country, to each other, and to the glory of playing a World Cup final."
Colombia will now face either DPR Korea or Canada in the upcoming semi-finals. The victory over Nigeria will be a significant boost for the team as they look to advance further in the tournament.
Match Details
- Colombia defeated Nigeria's Falconets 1-0
- Valerin Loboa scored the winning goal in stoppage time
Colombia's Quarter-Finals Victory
The Colombian U-20 women's national team secured a crucial victory in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, defeating Nigeria's Falconets with a 1-0 win. This victory ensures Colombia's progression to the semi-finals of the tournament.
Colombia's head coach, Carlos Paniagua, expressed his excitement and determination in a statement to FIFA. He stated, "I am very emotional and we will keep working. A semi-final match is coming, and regardless of who the opponent is, there will be a group of Colombian players who are committed to their country, to each other, and to the glory of playing a World Cup final."
Colombia's Quarter-Finals Victory
The Colombian U-20 women's national team achieved a significant victory in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women's World Cup, defeating Nigeria's Falconets with a 1-0 win. This triumph guarantees Colombia's progression to the semi-finals of the tournament.
Colombia's head coach, Carlos Paniagua, shared his euphoria and determination in a statement to FIFA. He expressed, "I am very emotional and we will keep working. A semi-final match is coming, and regardless of who the opponent is, there will be a group of Colombian players who are committed to their country, to each other, and to the glory of playing a World Cup final."
<small>Source: Daily Post Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>
