Colombia sets sights on Falconets after 1-0 win over Poland in U-20 WWC
Colombia captain Juana Ortegon said her team is now firmly focused on the quarter‑final clash with Nigeria’s Falconets after a 1‑0 Round‑of‑16 victory over hosts Poland on Thursday, September 17, 2026. The winning goal came when Poland’s Martyna Bartczak diverted Mariana Silva’s cross into her own net, sending Colombia into the last eight.
The match matters because it pits the South American side against Africa’s champions, with the winner advancing to the semi‑finals of the 2026 FIFA U‑20 Women’s World Cup. For Nigerian fans, the encounter is a major test of the Falconets’ continental pedigree, and the outcome will shape Nigeria’s hopes of a deep tournament run.
Ortegon praised her squad’s fighting spirit, saying they will take it match by match and keep chasing the world title. The quarter‑final is scheduled for Sunday, September 19, 2026, in Poland (venue not specified in the report). If you plan to watch, check local broadcasters or streaming platforms for kickoff time and channel details.