olympic_women_soccer-en : Spain W vs Colombia W, 2024-08-03

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Game Recaps
03/08/2024 18h15

In an exciting encounter, Spain W hosted Colombia W in a thrilling match that ended in a 2-2 draw. The match took place on August 3, 2024, at an undisclosed venue.

The game had an explosive start, with the first goal coming in the 12th minute from Colombia W's M. Ramirez. However, Spain W responded swiftly with a goal of their own in the 79th minute courtesy of J. Hermoso, with an assist from S. Paralluelo.

Colombia W took the lead once again in the 86th minute through D. Caracas, but Spain W equalized in the dying minutes of the game. I. Paredes scored in the 90th minute with an assist from S. Paralluelo, bringing the scoreline to 2-2 at full time.

With the game tied, both teams entered extra time, but no goals were scored, leading the match into a penalty shootout.

In the penalty shootout, both teams showed great composure and skill. Spain W's M. Caldentey opened the scoring with a well-taken penalty. Colombia W's M. Vanegas responded with a cool finish to level the score. E. Navarro then scored for Spain W, giving them a 2-1 lead. L. Salazar missed the penalty for Colombia W, giving Spain W a chance to extend their lead. S. Paralluelo made no mistake, converting his penalty to make it 3-1. J. Carabali scored for Colombia W, narrowing the margin to 3-2. However, Spain W's A. Bonmati sealed the victory with a successful penalty, making it 4-2 for Spain W.

Both teams exhibited great determination and skill throughout the match, entertaining the crowd with their relentless attacking and solid defense. Although neither team was able to secure a win within regulation time or extra time, the penalty shootout provided a thrilling climax to the game.

Spain W showed great character in the penalty shootout, converting all four of their penalties and securing a hard-fought victory over Colombia W.

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