South American giants Colombia and Venezuela face off in an international friendly on Sunday evening.
Under the management of Nestor Lorenzo, Colombia have moved themselves up to number 15 in the FIFA World Rankings following their impressive form in World Cup qualification action last month. Los Cafeteros won their most recent encounter 1-0 against Paraguay, which followed an incredibly impressive 2-1 triumph over Brazil earlier in the November international break.
Venezuela, meanwhile, come into this match following back-to-back draws last month. La Vinotinto are in pole position in World Cup qualification, currently sitting in fourth place in the standings, three points behind Colombia, and two points ahead of South American heavyweights Brazil.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch, including TV channel, streaming details and more.
Colombia vs Venezuela kick-off time
| Date: | Sunday, December 10, 2023 |
| Kick-off time: | 11pm GMT |
| Venue: | DRV PNK Stadium |
| Location: | Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA |
The friendly encounter between Colombia and Venezuela will be played at the DRV PNK Stadium on Sunday, December 10, 2023. Kick-off is at 6 pm 11pm GMT for fans in the UK.
How to watch Colombia vs Venezuela online - TV channels & live streams
The game is not available to watch and stream live online in the UK. Fans who cannot watch the game can follow the live updates on GOAL.
Team news & squads
Colombia team news
With this match being played outside of a designated FIFA international break, both teams have announced weaker squads than usual in competitive matches. In fact, Colombia do not have a single player who started their last game available for this one.
Several MLS players have been called up, including Wikelman Carmona, Jesus Bueno, and Andres Reyes, as well as Fulham's Devan Tanton and Leeds United's Ian Poveda.
Colombia possible XI: Ospina; Reyes, Vera, Tanton, Velasquez; Cantano, Campuzano, Gomez, Poveda, Cambindo; Hernandez
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Rodríguez, Montero, Ospina |
| Defenders: | Reyes, Vera, Tanton, Mosquera |
| Midfielders: | Cataño, Macalister Silva, Sebastian Gomez, Quinones, Fory, Campuzano, Velasquez |
| Forwards: | Andres Gomez, Cambindo, Mosquera, Poveda, C. Hernandez, Cassierra, R. Martinez |
Venezuela team news
Venezuela have a slightly stronger roster, with more of their first-team players available at their disposal. Head coach Fernando Batista will probably use the opportunity to hand international caps to their fringe stars.
Orlando City shot-stopper Javier Otero is set to be handed a first start for La Vinotinto between the sticks, while Boston River centre-forward Brayan Alcocer could spearhead the attack at the other end of the pitch.
Venezuela possible XI: Otero; Uzcategui, Vivas, Ferro, Rivas; Tablante, Bueno, Carmona, Lacava; Riasco, Alcocer
| Position | Players |
|---|---|
| Goalkeepers: | Otero, Rodriguez |
| Defenders: | Uzcategui, Vivas, Ferro, Rivas, Tablante |
| Midfielders: | Profeta, Bueno, Pereira, Faya, Carmona, Lacava, Chacon, De Sousa |
| Forwards: | Riasco, Alcocer |
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 8/9/23 | Colombia 1-0 Venezuela | World Championship Qual. CONMEBOL |
| 30/3/22 | Venezuela 0-1 Colombia | World Championship Qual. CONMEBOL |
| 18/6/21 | Colombia 0-0 Venezuela | Copa America |
| 10/10/20 | Colombia 3-0 Venezuela | World Championship Qual. CONMEBOL |
| 11/9/19 | Colombia 0-0 Venezuela | International Friendly Games |