Preview
- Tournament: World Cup Qualifiers
- Date: Tuesday, November 19
- Kick-off Time: 11:00 pm GMT
- Venue: Estadio Metropolitano, Colombia
Colombia’s national football team will welcome the in-form Ecuador national football team to retain their third position in the CONMEBOL qualifying table at the Estadio Metropolitano. Colombia had a decent start to the qualifying campaign and are just three points from the top of the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifying table.
The hosts endured a 3-2 defeat to Uruguay in their latest game of the CONMEBOL qualification and would like to close their gap with Argentina in this upcoming fixture. A win in this tie would see them secure a stronghold in the qualifiers standings. It has still been a solid campaign for La Sele after an impressive Copa America 2024 campaign in the summer.
Meanwhile, Ecuador’s national football team are sitting fifth in the group standings and are aiming for back-to-back World Cup appearances. Ecuador are also unbeaten in their last ten World Cup qualifying matches at home. They have the best defensive record in their qualifying group, as they conceded only four times in 11 matches.
Colombia national football team news
Colombia would again be without Jefferson Lerma who misses out on the squad with a thigh injury. Liverpool winger Luis Diaz is expected to be joined by Jhon Duran in the final third.
Ecuador national football team news
Ecuadorian midfielder Oscar Zambrano remains suspended for a doping scandal despite being selected for October’s international fixtures. Attacker Keny Arroyo who made his debut last month was one more absentee for the visiting side. Moises Caicedo is back from his suspension and will be available for this tie.
Colombia vs Ecuador Predicted Lineups
Colombia national football team predicted lineup (4-3-1-2):
Goalkeeper: Vargas
Defenders: Munoz, Sanchez, Lucumi, Mojica
Midfielders: Rios, Portilla, Arias
Forwards: Quintero; Duran, Diaz
Ecuador national football team predicted lineup (4-5-1):
Goalkeeper: Galindez
Defenders: Ordonez, Pacho, Hincapie, Estupinan
Midfielders: Yeboah, Plata, Caicedo, Vite, Minda
Forwards: Valencia
Head-to-Head
The two sides have faced off only 53 times in the past, with Colombia winning 25 games. Ecuador has managed to win only 13 whereas 15 games ended in a draw.
Last five matches result:
| Date | Match | Competition |
| October 17, 2023 | Ecuador 0-0 Colombia | FIFA World Cup |
| October 14, 2021 | Colombia 0-0 Ecuador | FIFA World Cup |
| June 13, 2021 | Colombia 1-0 Ecuador | Copa America |
| November 17, 2020 | Ecuador 6-1 Colombia | FIFA World Cup |
| November 19, 2019 | Ecuador 0-1 Colombia | International Friendly |
Key Players to Watch out in Colombia vs Ecuador
Luis Diaz (Colombia)
Liverpool winger Luis Diaz, one of Colombia’s most prolific attackers, has proven to be a reliable attacker for his country. The 27-year-old forward has earned 60 international caps for his country and was a key player in the recently concluded Copa America 2024.
Enner Valencia (Ecuador)
Enner Valencia, a versatile attacker, is known as one of Ecuador’s greatest players and the country’s all-time top goalscorer with 43 international goals. The 35-year-old found the back of the net in Ecuador’s thumping 4-0 win over Bolivia.
Colombia vs Ecuador Prediction
Colombia’s national football team are the favourites for this tie due to their impressive record against the visitors and have made a decent start to their World Cup qualifying campaign. But they are coming off a 3-2 loss to Uruguay in their last game and have now been beaten twice in their last three qualification matches. Despite the defeat, Colombia are sitting third in the group standings with 19 points from 11 games.
Ecuador’s national football team, meanwhile, have been impressive at the back and will be eyeing their sixth consecutive clean sheet in this game. Sebastian Beccacece’s men will enter this match off the back of a 4-0 win over Bolivia and are seeking back-to-back World Cup appearances for the first time since 2006.
Predicted Score: Colombia 2-0 Ecuador
Where to Watch Colombia vs Ecuador Live?
| Country | Where to watch |
| USA | ESPN |
| UK | Sky Sports |
| Ecuador | Televen |
| Colombia | Paramount+ |
FAQs
Q. When is Colombia vs Ecuador?
The Colombia vs Ecuador game will be played on 19th November at Estadio Metropolitano.
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Q. What is the predicted score in Colombia vs Ecuador?
The predicted score for Colombia vs Ecuador is 2-0.
Q. What is the head-to-head record for Colombia vs Ecuador?
Both Colombia and Ecuador played 53 games. Colombia recorded 25 wins, whereas Ecuador has managed 13. The remaining 15 games ended in a draw.