Colombia went a goal up through Caicedo, but after conceding they had the game management and maturity to go on and win the game.
They have that top quality, they do well in the younger age groups, so it is not a surprise that they have performed well [so far].
'The country was paralysed - we could only talk about these girls'
Colombia v Jamaica (09.00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
There are Colombian ex-pat communities in most of Australia's major cities - which helps explain why the team have had such incredible support all World Cup.
Their performances on the pitch have helped with that too, as well as building huge support back home. The women's kit has sold out in Colombia.
“This is going to
be a key point, a before and after in Colombian women’s football," Valentina Pena, sports broadcaster for W Radio Colombia, tells me.
"For men’s
football in Colombia, the 1-1 against Germany in the 1990 World Cup, the last
minute goal – we celebrated a tie with Germany like winning the World Cup. Now
actually getting to beat Germany, it was like the country was paralysed –
everybody in Colombia could only talk about these girls.
"What they are doing here, it is going to change perspectives. Brands and
companies are going to start getting more involved, which is the reality if
women’s football is to be as profitable as men’s soccer.
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'Caicedo brings that star quality'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Eniola Aluko
Former England forward on ITV1
Caicedo has that star quality. Loves to go one v one, drives into spaces. Her goal against Germany was one of the best of the tournament, and incredible strike.
She's the darling of the nation, the fans love her. She is going to be vital for Colombia today.
Post update
Talk about dedication! I wonder how Kevin is staying awake?
I'm already on coffee number two this morning. My colleague Ciara is on energy drinks.
'We are a soccer country'
Colombia v Jamaica (09.00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
Federation Square - site of the Melbourne Fan Festival for this World Cup - was a sea of yellow when I wandered down earlier.
Among the Colombian fans was Kevin (named after Kevin Costner as his mum was a big fan), who landed in Melbourne at midnight last night and has not slept in anticipation of a huge game.
“This was something
I wasn’t expecting, honestly," he said. "Because we have Germany in our first round, we
are thinking maybe we can draw, but then we win and we top the group.”
"[Women's football in Colombia] is getting more attractive since last year, it is really more popular. We also have
a really strong club scene, we are a soccer country.”
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Colombia on the up
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
This is Colombia’s second appearance at the round of 16 stage. Back in 2015 they were eliminated by eventual winners USA 2-0.
They scored four goals in the group stage, as many as in their previous two appearances in the tournament combined.
'Lack of goals not a major concern'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
Jamaica's passage to the knock-out stages was built on defence, as they are the only team yet to concede a goal at the World Cup.
They have only scored once, through defender Allyson Swaby in their 1-0 victory over Panama, between goalless draws against France and Brazil which secured second place in Group F.
"A lack of goals is not a major concern," added Donaldson. "We have played some good teams, two of the top teams, we were supposed to lose by six or seven.
"We so have to try to score to win this game, so we will put our best foot forward."
'Jamaica have to be a priority for future funding'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Eniola Aluko
Former England forward on ITV1
I think it shows that the internal confidence and togetherness the group has, despite the lack of external support from their federation, it shows just how far that self confidence can take you.
Jamaica have proved a lot of people wrong, and hopefully now they will become a priority for funding moving forward.
Jamaica create history
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Jamaica remained unbeaten in the group stage W1 D2) after losing all their three games in 2019.
They became only the second team to progress from the groups despite netting only one goal, after China in 2019.
Hit the thumbs below for Jamaica please.
'Jamaica have inspired everyone'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Karen Carney
Former England midfielder on ITV1
Everyone has fallen in love with this Jamaican team. They have inspired everyone, not just at home [but around the world too].
Just imagine how much further they could go with proper support and funding.
Jamaica prepared for a 'boxing match'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
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Coach Lorne Donaldson says Jamaica are prepared for a "boxing match" with Colombia in today's last-16 tie in Melbourne.
Donaldson wants his side to give their all as they aim to book a quarter-final against England.
"We won't change much, but we will give it a good shot," he said.
"This is like a boxing match, someone will go down. We want to be standing when the game is over."
How did we get here?
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Both Colombia and Jamaica have defied the odds to reach the round of 16.
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The South Americans memorably defeated Germany on matchday two of their Group H campaign, with defender Manuela Vanegas scoring a dramatic 97th minute header to secure victory.
Led by 18 year old starlet Linda Caicedo, the Colombians finished top of Group H ahead of another surprise qualifier in Morocco, confirming a first-ever group stage elimination for last year's Euros finalists Germany.
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Jamaica became the first-ever Caribbean side to qualify for the knockout stages of the Women's World Cup, finishing second behind France in Group H.
The Reggae Girls held pre-tournament favourites Brazil to a goalless draw on matchday three, sealing their own advancement to the knockout stages at Brazil's expense.
Lorne Donaldson's side are yet to concede a goal in the competition, a stark contrast to their tournament debut in 2019, when they conceded 12 goals in just three games.
Age is just a number
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
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Colombia are starting 18-year-old defender Ana Maria Guzman in place of the suspended Manuela Vanegas.
She will be the second 18-year-old is Colombia's likely XI, alongside Linda Caicedo.
"This is a great opportunity," Guzman said. "To be in such a national team is a blessing, to give my best for national team and team mates.
"Yes, we are the youngest players, but on the pitch we are very skilled."
TEAM NEWS
Colombia v Jamaica (09.00 BST)
Colombia manager Nelson Abadia makes two changes to the starting XI which suffered defeat to Morocco in their final group match.
One is enforced - Manuela Vanegas is suspended, so 18-year-old Ana Maria Guzman replaces her at left back.
The other change sees veteran midfielder Daniela Montoya replaced by Diana Ospina Garcia.
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'Germany win was unbelievable'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Karen Carney
Former England midfielder on ITV1
The game against Germany was unbelievable.
Colombia went a goal up through Caicedo, but after conceding they had the game management and maturity to go on and win the game.
They have that top quality, they do well in the younger age groups, so it is not a surprise that they have performed well [so far].
'The country was paralysed - we could only talk about these girls'
Colombia v Jamaica (09.00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
There are Colombian ex-pat communities in most of Australia's major cities - which helps explain why the team have had such incredible support all World Cup.
Their performances on the pitch have helped with that too, as well as building huge support back home. The women's kit has sold out in Colombia.
“This is going to be a key point, a before and after in Colombian women’s football," Valentina Pena, sports broadcaster for W Radio Colombia, tells me.
"For men’s football in Colombia, the 1-1 against Germany in the 1990 World Cup, the last minute goal – we celebrated a tie with Germany like winning the World Cup. Now actually getting to beat Germany, it was like the country was paralysed – everybody in Colombia could only talk about these girls.
"What they are doing here, it is going to change perspectives. Brands and companies are going to start getting more involved, which is the reality if women’s football is to be as profitable as men’s soccer.
'Caicedo brings that star quality'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Eniola Aluko
Former England forward on ITV1
Caicedo has that star quality. Loves to go one v one, drives into spaces. Her goal against Germany was one of the best of the tournament, and incredible strike.
She's the darling of the nation, the fans love her. She is going to be vital for Colombia today.
Post update
Talk about dedication! I wonder how Kevin is staying awake?
I'm already on coffee number two this morning. My colleague Ciara is on energy drinks.
'We are a soccer country'
Colombia v Jamaica (09.00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
Federation Square - site of the Melbourne Fan Festival for this World Cup - was a sea of yellow when I wandered down earlier.
Among the Colombian fans was Kevin (named after Kevin Costner as his mum was a big fan), who landed in Melbourne at midnight last night and has not slept in anticipation of a huge game.
“This was something I wasn’t expecting, honestly," he said. "Because we have Germany in our first round, we are thinking maybe we can draw, but then we win and we top the group.”
"[Women's football in Colombia] is getting more attractive since last year, it is really more popular. We also have a really strong club scene, we are a soccer country.”
Colombia on the up
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
This is Colombia’s second appearance at the round of 16 stage. Back in 2015 they were eliminated by eventual winners USA 2-0.
They scored four goals in the group stage, as many as in their previous two appearances in the tournament combined.
'Lack of goals not a major concern'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
Jamaica's passage to the knock-out stages was built on defence, as they are the only team yet to concede a goal at the World Cup.
They have only scored once, through defender Allyson Swaby in their 1-0 victory over Panama, between goalless draws against France and Brazil which secured second place in Group F.
"A lack of goals is not a major concern," added Donaldson. "We have played some good teams, two of the top teams, we were supposed to lose by six or seven.
"We so have to try to score to win this game, so we will put our best foot forward."
'Jamaica have to be a priority for future funding'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Eniola Aluko
Former England forward on ITV1
I think it shows that the internal confidence and togetherness the group has, despite the lack of external support from their federation, it shows just how far that self confidence can take you.
Jamaica have proved a lot of people wrong, and hopefully now they will become a priority for funding moving forward.
Jamaica create history
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Jamaica remained unbeaten in the group stage W1 D2) after losing all their three games in 2019.
They became only the second team to progress from the groups despite netting only one goal, after China in 2019.
Hit the thumbs below for Jamaica please.
'Jamaica have inspired everyone'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Karen Carney
Former England midfielder on ITV1
Everyone has fallen in love with this Jamaican team. They have inspired everyone, not just at home [but around the world too].
Just imagine how much further they could go with proper support and funding.
Jamaica prepared for a 'boxing match'
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
Coach Lorne Donaldson says Jamaica are prepared for a "boxing match" with Colombia in today's last-16 tie in Melbourne.
Donaldson wants his side to give their all as they aim to book a quarter-final against England.
"We won't change much, but we will give it a good shot," he said.
"This is like a boxing match, someone will go down. We want to be standing when the game is over."
How did we get here?
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Both Colombia and Jamaica have defied the odds to reach the round of 16.
The South Americans memorably defeated Germany on matchday two of their Group H campaign, with defender Manuela Vanegas scoring a dramatic 97th minute header to secure victory.
Led by 18 year old starlet Linda Caicedo, the Colombians finished top of Group H ahead of another surprise qualifier in Morocco, confirming a first-ever group stage elimination for last year's Euros finalists Germany.
Jamaica became the first-ever Caribbean side to qualify for the knockout stages of the Women's World Cup, finishing second behind France in Group H.
The Reggae Girls held pre-tournament favourites Brazil to a goalless draw on matchday three, sealing their own advancement to the knockout stages at Brazil's expense.
Lorne Donaldson's side are yet to concede a goal in the competition, a stark contrast to their tournament debut in 2019, when they conceded 12 goals in just three games.
Age is just a number
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
Emma Smith
BBC Sport at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium
Colombia are starting 18-year-old defender Ana Maria Guzman in place of the suspended Manuela Vanegas.
She will be the second 18-year-old is Colombia's likely XI, alongside Linda Caicedo.
"This is a great opportunity," Guzman said. "To be in such a national team is a blessing, to give my best for national team and team mates.
"Yes, we are the youngest players, but on the pitch we are very skilled."
TEAM NEWS
Colombia v Jamaica (09.00 BST)
Colombia manager Nelson Abadia makes two changes to the starting XI which suffered defeat to Morocco in their final group match.
One is enforced - Manuela Vanegas is suspended, so 18-year-old Ana Maria Guzman replaces her at left back.
The other change sees veteran midfielder Daniela Montoya replaced by Diana Ospina Garcia.
Colombia XI: Perez; D. Arias, C, Arias, Carabali, Guzman; Ospina Garcia, Bedoya Durango; Usme, Santos, Caicedo; Ramirez
Subs: Sepulveda, Giraldo, Montoya, Reyes, Restrepo, Baron, Andrade, Ramos, Chacon, Caracas, Bahr
Jamaica manager Lorne Donaldson has also made two changes to his starting XI from the side which drew with Brazil.
They are both in midfield, with Atlanta Primus and Cheyna Matthews dropping to the bench after being booked in that game.
Trudi Carter and Kalyssa Van Zanten start for the Reggae Girlz in their places.
Jamaica XI: Spencer; Wiltshire, C. Swaby, A. Swaby, Blackwood; Sampson; Carter, Spence, Van Zanten, Brown; Shaw
Subs: Schneider, Brooks, Washington, Plummer, Solaun, McNamara, Simmonds, Cameron, Bailey-Gayle, Primus, Matthews, McKenna
Welcome
Colombia v Jamaica (09:00 BST)
This is only Colombia's second ever knockout appearance at a women's World Cup.
It's Jamaica's first.
One of these sides will be making their quarter-final debut against England on Saturday.
Who's it going to be?