Diaz scores as Colombia beat debutants Uzbekistan

Colombia defeated debutants Uzbekistan 2-0 in their opening match of the FIFA Women's World Cup on July 24, 2023. Catalina Usme scored the first goal in the 10th minute, and Linda Caicedo doubled Colombia's lead in the 34th minute with a powerful strike from outside the box. Uzbekistan, playing in their first-ever World Cup, struggled to create significant chances and were largely outplayed by the more experienced Colombian side. The victory places Colombia at the top of Group H, ahead of Germany and Morocco who drew their opening match 1-1. This marks a strong start for Colombia, who are participating in their seventh Women's World Cup and are considered contenders in the tournament.