There are two matches to be held on August 8: Colombia vs Jamaica and France vs Morocco. Let’s have a look at both of them. Colombia entered the Round of 16 with two wins, one against South Korea and the other against the mighty Germany.
In a thrilling turn of events, Manuela Vanegas clinched the decisive winning goal during stoppage time. Having encountered a disappointing defeat in their sole previous appearance in the last 16 back in 2015, Colombia must be eager to secure their maiden victory in the knockout stages of the Women's World Cup. Jamaica are savouring a remarkable tournament, skillfully navigating through challenging oppositions.
They adeptly secured goalless draws against both France and Brazil, showcasing their defensive prowess. Elevating their performance further, they clinched a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Panama, culminating in their commendable second-place finish in Group F. This marks the third encounter between these two teams.
In their initial face-off, Jamaica clinched a 2-1 victory, while in the subsequent match, Colombia emerged triumphant with a 2-0 scoreline. Impressively, Colombia has experienced only one defeat in their last five matches, showcasing a commendable record on the field. France's journey through the tournament has been nothing short of a spectacle in terms of their scoring prowess.
They emerged triumphant against Brazil with a scoreline of 2-1 and outplayed Panama with an impressive 6-3 victory, capturing the top spot in Group F. Amidst these victories, a goalless draw against Jamaica added a touch of unpredictability to their campaign. France's trajectory to the quarterfinals is reminiscent of their performance in the preceding two editions.
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