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Ilana Izquierdo Set to Join Colombian National Team in FIFA Friendly Against Mexico
April 05, 2024 | Soccer
ORLANDO, Fla. – Mississippi State soccer is delighted to announce that midfielder Ilana Izquierdo is slated to join the Colombian National Team for an upcoming FIFA Friendly match against Mexico. This prestigious opportunity highlights Izquierdo's exceptional talent and further solidifies her reputation as a top-tier player on the international stage.
The match against Mexico presents an exciting opportunity for Izquierdo to showcase her talent and represent both Mississippi State and Colombia with pride. Colombia, currently ranked 23rd in the FIFA World Standings, will face off against Mexico, ranked 31st.
For Izquierdo, joining the Colombian National Team is a dream come true and a testament to her hard work and determination. As she prepares to don the Colombian colors once again, her teammates, coaches, and fans extend their best wishes for a successful and memorable experience.
Having previously represented Colombia in the inaugural Concacaf Women's Gold Cup, where Colombia advanced to the quarterfinal round, Izquierdo brings invaluable experience and skill to the national team as they take the pitch once again.
In her first year as a Bulldog, Izquierdo made an immediate impact, earning a spot on the SEC Preseason watchlist. Throughout the season, she displayed her prowess on the field, starting in all 23 matches. Notable highlights include scoring two goals against FIU and crucial contributions with a goal at LSU and the game-winning goal in the Magnolia Cup versus Ole Miss. Additionally, Izquierdo showcased her playmaking abilities with key assists, including one at Alabama and another in the Round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament against No. 14 Brown.
One of her most remarkable accomplishments of the 2023 season was leading the team in minutes played with 2,097, setting a program record for minutes played by a junior in a single season. This achievement underscores Izquierdo's durability, skill, and invaluable presence on the field.
ABOUT MEXTOUR W 2024:
The FIFA Friendly match against Mexico is part of MexTour W 2024, the annual U.S. tour featuring the Mexican Women's National Team. As part of the tour, INTER&CO Stadium – the home of Orlando Pride of the NWSL and Orlando City SC of MLS – will host El Tri Femenil against Colombia on Saturday, April 6 in a 5 p.m. CT kickoff.
For the most up-to-date information on the Bulldogs, follow MSU women's soccer on X, like them on Facebook, and join them on Instagram by searching for "HailStateSoc."
The match against Mexico presents an exciting opportunity for Izquierdo to showcase her talent and represent both Mississippi State and Colombia with pride. Colombia, currently ranked 23rd in the FIFA World Standings, will face off against Mexico, ranked 31st.
For Izquierdo, joining the Colombian National Team is a dream come true and a testament to her hard work and determination. As she prepares to don the Colombian colors once again, her teammates, coaches, and fans extend their best wishes for a successful and memorable experience.
Having previously represented Colombia in the inaugural Concacaf Women's Gold Cup, where Colombia advanced to the quarterfinal round, Izquierdo brings invaluable experience and skill to the national team as they take the pitch once again.
In her first year as a Bulldog, Izquierdo made an immediate impact, earning a spot on the SEC Preseason watchlist. Throughout the season, she displayed her prowess on the field, starting in all 23 matches. Notable highlights include scoring two goals against FIU and crucial contributions with a goal at LSU and the game-winning goal in the Magnolia Cup versus Ole Miss. Additionally, Izquierdo showcased her playmaking abilities with key assists, including one at Alabama and another in the Round of 32 in the NCAA Tournament against No. 14 Brown.
One of her most remarkable accomplishments of the 2023 season was leading the team in minutes played with 2,097, setting a program record for minutes played by a junior in a single season. This achievement underscores Izquierdo's durability, skill, and invaluable presence on the field.
ABOUT MEXTOUR W 2024:
The FIFA Friendly match against Mexico is part of MexTour W 2024, the annual U.S. tour featuring the Mexican Women's National Team. As part of the tour, INTER&CO Stadium – the home of Orlando Pride of the NWSL and Orlando City SC of MLS – will host El Tri Femenil against Colombia on Saturday, April 6 in a 5 p.m. CT kickoff.
For the most up-to-date information on the Bulldogs, follow MSU women's soccer on X, like them on Facebook, and join them on Instagram by searching for "HailStateSoc."
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