It’s 6:39 am here in Bogota, Colombia and I just got to witness the most historic Colombian football feat I have ever seen since living in Colombia. To me, this superseded the moment James Rodriguez fired in the goal of the tournament at the World Cup against Uruguay in Brazil. Even blogger friend Bernie conceded leading up to this anticipated match that Colombia was facing the Goliath of World Football in Germany at the Women’s World Cup hosted by Australia and New Zealand.
I was on the edge of my seat the whole time and the quality of football was outstanding. Colombia and Germany were intense in pressure, not so much in offensive play, but in the mark they exerted on the rival to avoid progression and danger in each of their areas.
I saw one of the premier Colombian women’s – domestic football team in ‘Millionarios‘ train a few months ago alongside my son’s team. I took some videos of the ladies because, to put it frankly, I was staggered by their footballing prowess. I even caught a stupefying header – goal from about 25 meters distance by one of the participants, which I still have somewhere.
Today, the Colombian national team, with goals from Linda Caicedo and Manuela Vanegas, defeated the favorite Germany in the Women’s World Cup. This sporting moment is one for the ages and signifies a ‘huge’ turning point in Colombian football (masculine and feminine alike). Colombia is a very ‘macho’ society and even in the Colombian matriarchy few tolerate football played by Women. For instance, the mother of my kids won’t let my daughter Katherine play football.
I just found here on my computer desk, a stealthy ‘Spanglish’ message by Kath this last weekend at my place; directed at me I presume.
‘Ser futbolista’ (to be a footballer):
Let’s go with the ‘silver lining’ and see in real time people’s attitudes changing towards the acceptance and even adoration of Women’s football. This is why I hold ‘Sports’ in such high regard.
I couldn’t find it more befitting than adding this match to my ‘Great Sporting Moments‘. Colombia is without doubt, the ‘surprise team’ so far in this World Cup and I couldn’t be more elated for my Colombia – Australian children. Good luck finding two goals better in one game of football masculine than those two by Linda Caicedo and Manuela Vanegas in Colombia’s victory.
Now for the icing on the cake in added time, and against all odds:
“The more I live, the more I learn. The more I learn, the more I realize, the less I know.”- Michel Legrand
Observation Blogger 
Afternoon Matt, couldn’t get the video clip. Not permitted in the UK. Hope you are well. It’s interesting the take each nation has on female football. My brother who is a football ‘freak’ enjoys women’s football! And he is in his sixties!! Catch you again!
No, don’t tell me. I loved those videos too. The Colombian audio commentary of GOOOOOOL! gave them little bit of delectable charm.
Try this link Sharon:
Got it Matt, good clip! The fans were something else!
The atmosphere was electric. It still feels like a dream.
How are things going in your neck of the woods Sharon?
Hi Matt, my neck of the woods is quiet. It’s holiday time. It will resort back to its usual busy self in about four weeks time. Then I guess that is a global thing. Hope all is good with you.
Nice to read its holiday time over there. Do you have plans? Here it’s business as usual. Pretty good here, trying to keep myself busy, kinda lol
I have no holiday plans. I’m glad things are good with you, hope you are keeping busy writing more posts! That’s if your kids are not keeping you on your toes too much!!!
I’m trying to get back into Blogger mode. Sometimes I get blogger – blocks like right now. Haha. I don’t know who I should open Warren Zevon’s classic ‘Mutineer’.
I have the kids Friday – Sunday. Do you have children or family close – by?
Hi Matt, if you are getting ‘blogger blocks’ just take a break and do something different. No, I don’t have kids of my own but do have a large extended family here, there and everywhere!!! Have a great day!
I’m glad you have support of a large family. That’s important. You too, have a goodie!!!
England and Australia still remain. Tomorrow 3:00 am local time Colombia – Jamaica. OMG!
Wow Matt! I’m rooting for the country of my parents’ birth – Jamaica!!! Sorry guy!! Lol! As for Australia v England – may the best team win!! Ha! Ha!
How exciting. Have you been to Jamaica? I imagine you have family there. Australia will play winner of France vs Morrocco.
Yes, I have been to Jamaica many years ago! Yes, I have lots of family there who would love to see me right now!!
How did you find your time in Jamaica? It’s wonderful you have such big contingent of family in Jamaica. Will you ever get to see them again?
I was a child when I lived in Jamaica for a while. It was great! I would certainly like to go again, to see family and to see the country. Some day!!
Are you watching the match?
I’ll have to catch the highlights as I haven’t got the sports channels!
Colombia!!!!!!
Commiserations to Jamaica.
Oh no Matt, you’ve broken my heart!!! Still, the best team won on the day!!
I’m sorry. Did you see the goal by Colombia? I’ll send it below in case you haven’t.
I was just telling Connie (Mama of my kids), the last 3 goals by Colombia are the best I have seen by any team in football in succession. There is no comparison. Each goal was like a ‘work’ of art. The finesse and precision of each is without precedent, but to do it 3 times in succession is football on another level. I will argue until my dying days (unless they are superseded) they are the three best goals I have seen in succession in the history of football.
Can you see this video?
https://youtu.be/wNxp7vk8qSE
Hi Matt, couldn’t get the video! Thanks anyway!