Colombia meets Venezuela at the Centro Nacional de Alto Rendimiento in Isla Margarita on October 13, 2026, for their second international friendly of the FIFA window, following a narrow opening victory secured by Ingrid Guerra.
The Colombian women’s national team steps back onto the pitch at the Centro Nacional de Alto Rendimiento on Isla Margarita this Tuesday, October 13, 2026, to face Venezuela in their final preparation match of the October FIFA window. Under the direction of manager Ángelo Marsiglia, the squad aims to close out the two-game series with a perfect record after taking the first fixture 1-0 on October 10.
Marsiglia Omits European Stars
Colombia entered the October gathering operating without several of its most recognizable European- and North American-based stars. Attackers Linda Caicedo of Real Madrid, Mayra Ramírez of Chelsea, and Leicy Santos of the Washington Spirit did not receive call-ups, affording Marsiglia an opportunity to evaluate squad depth and test alternative formations. The group also prepares under the watchful eye of the technical staff alongside leadership from players like Carolina Arias, who noted during a virtual press conference that the team has found greater tools as the process advances while highlighting internal competition within the squad.
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The roster faced further modification when midfielder Ilana Izquierdo of Tigres Femenil withdrew from the Bogota concentration due to a physical ailment. The coaching staff brought in Sara Sofía Martínez from Atlético Nacional as a replacement. Meanwhile, the group retains foundational figures like under-20 World Cup bronze medalist Luisa Agudelo, alongside returning domestic league contributors such as Santa Fe player Daniela Garavito and América de Cali player Carolina Arias, as well as foreign-based members like Daniela Arias, Daniela Caracas, Daniela Montoya, Gabriela Rodríguez, and Jorelyn Carabalí.
Teams Prepare for the 2027 World Cup
The two federations approach this international window from contrasting competitive positions as they build toward the FIFA Women’s World Cup Brazil 2027.
Venezuela, conversely, prepares for a single-match playoff tournament scheduled between February 23 and March 6 to battle for remaining tournament berths. Following the conclusion of the Isla Margarita series, the Colombian team’s calendar points toward a November trip to Australia for two final friendlies on November 28 at 3:40 a.m. Colombian time in Canberra, and December 2 at 3:35 a.m. in Geelong.
Players Evaluate the Second Fixture
Squad members emphasized the value of continuous adaptation during media availability ahead of the second fixture. Manuela Vanegas noted the team’s commitment to refining execution after analyzing previous mistakes against a formidable opponent that possesses strong ball management.
After the previous match, we analyzed the mistakes we made and focused on strengthening what we did well. Venezuela is a very strong opponent with good ball control, which makes the competition very even Manuela Vanegas, via FCF Media
The entire coaching staff provides us with the necessary tools to face the 90 minutes of play, find spaces, and maintain constant movement, with the goal of increasing confidence in what we do on the pitch Mariana Muñoz, via Federación Colombiana de Fútbol
The match begins at 4:00 p.m. local time at the Centro Nacional de Alto Rendimiento on Isla Margarita.