Spain Flawless, Colombia Triumphs in Decisive Duel to Secure Group B Quarter-final Spots

MANILA, Philippines - Group B of the inaugural FIFA Futsal Women's World Cup wrapped up last night, delivering both expected dominance and a thrilling finish. Spain lived up to their pre-tournament billing, finishing the group with a perfect record. Meanwhile, Colombia prevailed in a high-stakes showdown against Thailand to claim the all-important second ticket to the Quarter-finals.

Spain: A Perfect Nine

The Spanish armada cruised through their opening phase, securing maximum points and setting a formidable standard for the tournament. Their final tally of 9 points and an imposing goal difference of +14 (17 goals scored, only 3 conceded) underscored their status as early favorites.

"We came here to send a message, and I believe we have," said Spanish captain, Alicia Gómez. "Every player contributed, and our defense has been watertight. But the knockout stage is a different beast, and our focus immediately shifts."

The real drama unfolded in the race for the runners-up spot. Heading into the final matchday, it was a straight fight between Colombia and Thailand. The decisive clash saw Colombia deliver a clinical performance, securing a 4-1 victory over the spirited Thai side. The win elevated the South American team to 6 points, securing second place and eliminating their Asian rivals. Colombia's structured defense and opportunistic counter-attacks proved too much for the technically gifted Thais, whose dreams of a maiden Futsal WWC knockout run were heartbreakingly ended.

Thailand finished third with 3 points, their sole victory coming against Canada. Despite showing flashes of brilliance, particularly in attack, they lacked the consistency to overcome the top two seeds.

Canada finished at the bottom of the table, failing to register a single point. While the North American debutants gained invaluable experience in their first major tournament, a -10 goal difference highlights the significant gap they will need to close before the next competition cycle.