Pasig city: Spain and Colombia are poised for a crucial encounter in Tuesday's highlighted match of the FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup Philippines 2025, taking place at PhilSports Arena.

According to Philippines News Agency, the match is set for 8:30 p.m., with Spain, ranked second in the world, and Colombia, ranked eighth, both aiming to establish dominance in Group B and gain an advantage in the race for the knockout stage spots.

Both teams lived up to expectations during Saturday's opening of the global event, which is supported by the Philippine Sports Commission and the Philippine Football Federation. Spain overcame a challenge from fourth-ranked Thailand, winning 5-2, with Laura Cordoba scoring twice to lead the three-time European champions to victory. Meanwhile, Colombia secured a 2-0 win over 74th-ranked Canada, with goals from Angely Camargo and Nicole Mancilla, supported by strong goaltending from Alisson Olave.

Spain's coach, Claudia Pons, expressed satisfaction with the opening match, stating, "We're happy with this start and we hope to carry it over to the next match against Colombia."

Elsewhere, Thailand and Canada, both seeking redemption, will face each other in the opening match at 6 p.m. Thailand is the runner-up in the AFC Women's Futsal Asian Cup, while Canada holds the title of CONCACAF Women's Futsal champions.

The tournament features the best talents as they compete to make history as the first-ever Women's Futsal World Cup champions. The Philippines is scheduled to play against Morocco, with both teams aiming to recover from their initial losses in Group A.