On Friday, Venezuela faced Australia in a friendly match and emerged victorious with a score of 1-0 at Shell Energy Stadium. The decisive goal came from Jesús Ramírez in the 38th minute of the first half. Ramírez skillfully controlled the ball and then struck a precise shot that outmaneuvered goalkeeper Patrick Beach.
Jesús Ramírez was undoubtedly the star of the match, claiming the only goal for Venezuela. His performance was instrumental in leading the team to victory.
Defensively, Luis Balbo also played a pivotal role, ensuring that the Venezuelan defense held strong throughout the match.
Under the guidance of coach Fernando Aristeguieta, Venezuela lined up in a 4-4-2 formation, featuring José Contreras in goal; Ronald Hernández, Luis Balbo, Teo Quintero, and Nahuel Ferraresi in defense; a midfield comprising Telasco Segovia, Cristian Cásseres Jr., Gleiker Mendoza, and Daniel Pereira; with Jesús Ramírez and Ender Echenique leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Australia, managed by Anthony Popovic, deployed a 4-3-3 formation, with Patrick Beach as their goalkeeper; Lewis Miller, Kai Trewin, Craig Goodwin, and Jason Geria in defense; Aiden O’Neill, Milos Degenek, and Paul Okon-Engstler in midfield; and an attacking trio of Nestory Irankunda, Connor Metcalfe, and Mohamed Touré.
The match official was Armando Villarreal.
Venezuela Substitutions
30’ 1T – Luis Balbo was replaced by Alessandro Milani
79’ 2T – Ender Echenique was substituted for David Martínez
84’ 2T – Telasco Segovia went off for José Hernández Chávez, and Gleiker Mendoza was replaced by Matías Lacava
Yellow Card for Venezuela:
27’ 2T – Telasco Segovia
Australia Substitutions
44’ 1T – Jason Geria was substituted by Cameron Burgess
45’ 2T – Craig Goodwin made way for Callum Elder
65’ 2T – Mohamed Touré was replaced by Martin Boyle and Connor Metcalfe was substituted for Riley McGree
77’ 2T – Paul Okon-Engstler came off for Jackson Irvine, and Jesús Ramírez was replaced by Kevin Kelsy
78’ 2T – Nestory Irankunda was substituted by Al Hassan Touré
Yellow Card for Australia:
37’ 1T – Nestory Irankunda