Linda’s outstanding goal was nominated for the best at the World Cup in Australia and New Zealand

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Linda Caicedo, who was distinguished as the second best player in the world by the Globe Soccer Awards a year ago, is once again among the nominees for a new recognition.

The Colombian’s goal against Germany in the first round Women’s World Cup A senior in New Zealand and Australia, he was nominated by FIFA, along with nine others, for the best goal award at the tournament.

At the Sydney Football Stadium, Valle del Cauca’s player eluded two defenders in the area and fired the ball into the top left corner of the goal with his right foot, which was defended by Merle Fromms. It was Colombia’s first goal in a historic 2-1 win over Germany.

Caicedo, 18, was hugged by his Real Madrid team-mates on Monday after his sweet performance at the World Cup, in which Colombia reached the quarter-finals, battling for that distinction with Aidana Bonmati (Spain), Sam Kerr (Australia). ), Pia Sanerato (Brazil), Katie McCabe (Ireland), Sofia Brown (Argentina), Esme Bruchts (Netherlands), Mina Tanaka (Japan), Lauren James (England) and Marta Cox (Panama).

Fans can vote for their favorite goal on the FIFA website.