The Venezuelan team led by Ricardo Valiño, continues its preparation in Japanese lands for what will be the U-17 World Cup in Indonesia in November, where they will debut in Group F against New Zealand in Bandung.
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However, the Venezuelan youth They defeated the local club Albirex Niigata 1-0 this Saturday, in what was his second match within the framework of the International Youth-Football tournament in Niigata.
The only goal of the match came through a steal of the ball by Giovanny Sequera, thanks to a lack of attention from the rivals in defense. He gave way to David Martínez, who cut back before the goalkeeper came out and scored with an empty goal.
It should be noted that Valiño used the same formation (4-2-3-1) as in last Thursday's match against the Japan team. That match ended with a 3-2 victory for the South Americans, with goals from David Martínez; on two occasions and the center back Yiandro Raap.
The next friendly challenge for “La Vinotinto” in the category will be against New Zealand this Monday, September 18.