The Colombian soccer team has begun its path in the 2025 FIFA World Cup Qatar with a valuable 1-1 draw against Germany, the current champion of the tournament, in the premiere of Group G.

The team led by Fredy Hurtado showed character and resilience after an adverse start, managing to recover from the Germans’ early goal.

The game couldn’t have started in a worse way for the ‘Sele’. Just one minute had passed when Germany, taking advantage of a play on the right wing, sent a back pass that allowed Langsteiner to define and put the champions ahead.

Despite the initial blow, the Colombian team maintained its composure. Although they did not manage to create clear dangerous options in the first half, the break served to readjust the strategy.

Colombia’s change of pace and attitude was noticeable from the start of the second half. The constant search for an equalizer bore fruit in the 57th minute thanks to Juan Cataño’s score, which restored equality on the scoreboard.

Golden point on debut! Colombia draws 1-1 with the current champion Germany in Qatar 2025

As the minutes passed, the match was balanced with an alternating dominance, reflecting the national team’s ability to overcome the disadvantage and, at times, impose its own style of play.

The final score of 1-1 seals a hopeful debut for Colombia in the World Cup.

Colombia formed with goalkeeper Jorman Mendozá and defenders Criss Macías, Edmilson Herazo, Jesús Peñaloza, Miguel Solarte

The midfielders arranged by coach Fredy Hurtado were Cristian Orozco; José Escorcia, Juan José Cataño

The forwards for the tie against the powerful German National Team were Matias Lozano, Cristian Flórez and Santiago Londoño

With the first point in the pocket, Colombia is already focusing on its next rival. They will face the El Salvador team next Friday, November 7, at 7:30 am (cold time).

The match will be held at the Aspire Zone complex in the city of Rayan, Qatar.

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