Ecuador beats Colombia at the start of the Paris 2024 Olympic Qualifying

Published at: 20/01/2024 06:59 PM

The Ecuadorian national team thrashed Colombia 3-0 this Saturday on the first day of the South American Under 23 Olympic Qualifying Championship, which is being held in the country.

According to a review in the international sports press, the goals of “La Tri” came thanks to Yaimar Medina (71′, 88′) and Cristhoper Zambrano (86′). In this way, Ecuadorians seize the first place.

In the first few minutes, Colombia controlled the game, but faced an orderly Ecuadorian team that sustained the coffee attacks. The development of the match took a turn with the expulsion of Jimer Jory, who came out with a double yellow card in the 24th minute.

From that moment on, Ecuador was able to overcome and control the process of the match, however it didn't weigh on its attacks, but the first half ended up tied to zero.

In the second half, Colombia tried to take another look, trying to be more vertical and take advantage of the offensive acceleration. But Ecuador prevailed with three scores that gave it the victory.

Mazo News Team