The Colombian women's team, ranked 25th in the world, was rated lower than the German women's team, ranked 2nd in the world. However, the South American representative started the match quite proactively. In the 8th minute, from a corner kick on the right wing, the Colombian women's team almost opened the scoring with Ramirez's header going wide.

The Colombian women's team defended tightly. Photo: Getty

Despite having less ball control, the Colombian women's team always created danger in counter-attacks. In the 52nd minute, midfielder Caicedo handled the ball skillfully in the penalty area and then curled a dangerous shot into the far corner to open the score for the Colombian women's team.

Scoring a surprise goal, the Colombian women's team retreated deep to defend but still created many dangers with each attack. In the 82nd minute, the South American representative almost doubled the gap with a cross-angle shot from Ramirez.

The German women's team's attacking efforts were rewarded in the 89th minute. Oberdorf quickly broke free and was fouled by the Colombian goalkeeper in the penalty area. The referee awarded a penalty to Germany. Captain Popp scored from the spot to level the score at 1-1.

Colombian women's players celebrate their goal against the German women's team. Photo: Getty

It seemed like the match would be a draw, but in the 90+7 minute, player Vanegas made Colombian fans burst into joy. From a corner kick on the right wing, Vanegas jumped high and headed the ball dangerously, helping Colombia secure a 2-1 victory over Germany. With this result, the Colombian women's team rose to the top of Group H with 6 points and was one step closer to a ticket to the 2023 Women's World Cup Round of 16.

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