Published 16:00 IST, July 31st 2023

Linda Caicedo scores incredible goal in FIFA Women's WC as Columbia stun Germany- WATCH

Real Madrid forward Linda Caicedo scored a brilliant goal as Colombia stunned Germany in a FIFA Women's World Cup Group H encounter.

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ongoing FIFA Women's World Cup has already witnessed a few historic moments. Sydney Football Stadium Ground was shocked as Colombia stunned Germany 2-1 in a Group H encounter. hype surrounding Linda Caicedo has been justified fully by 18-year-old and she hogged limelight again for her valiant contributions to his country. Caicedo is currently regarded as a part of golden generation coming up next.

3 things you need to kw

  • USA is defending champion of FIFA Women's World Cup
  • Linda Caicedo became first player to score in 3 different World Cups in a single year
  • Linda Caicedo also shrugged off Ovarian cancer at of just 15.

Linda Caicedo scored a scorching goal in Colombia's 2-1 win over Germany

Real Madrid forward was diagsed with Ovarian cancer at  of 15 but since n she has mand to recover and has been playing at highest level. She again hogged limelight as she scored a scorching opener which could go down as one of most splendid goals in history of tournament.

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Also Read: Linda Caicedo shines before late Vanegas goal seals Colombia’s 2-1 win over Germany at Women’s World Cup

In 51st minute, Caicedo got ball in penalty box and she was immediately surrounded by German defenders. youngster dodged both defenders with his silly smooth skills and lashed ball into top corner with an acute curler. Colombia went on to register a brilliant win s defender Manuela Vanegas latched on to a late winner to send Colombian supporters in to a massive cheer.

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Lina Caicedo's health has been a concern

But re was a moment of concern for player who fell on ground for a brief period during match. she dropped to her knees behind play before lying face down on grass as Colombia’s medical staff went to her aid. But coach Angelo Marsiglia was quick to shun down worries about her health. 

Also Read: FIFA WC: Colombian striker Linda Caicedo scores in three World Cups in a single year

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“We kw that Linda had some problems in past, but thing to be worried about. “She was very tired of course. She had a bit of acceleration in her heart, but this wasn’t a problem.”

She will be an asset to Colombian national team if she maintains right course and direction in his career.

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(With Inputs from AP News)

15:17 IST, July 31st 2023