Colombia's 2026 World Cup squad
Colombia return to the World Cup after missing out on Qatar 2022. Head coach Néstor Lorenzo named his 26-man squad, led by James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz. Here is the full roster.
The 26-man squad
Goalkeepers (3): David Ospina, Camilo Vargas, Álvaro Montero
Defenders (9): Daniel Muñoz, Dávinson Sánchez, Jhon Lucumí, Yerry Mina, Johan Mojica, Santiago Arias, Déiver Machado, Willer Ditta, Gustavo Puerta
Midfielders (8): James Rodríguez, Jefferson Lerma, Richard Ríos, Jorge Carrascal, Juan Fernando Quintero, Jhon Arias, Kevin Castaño, Juan Camilo Portilla
Forwards (6): Luis Díaz, Jhon Córdoba, Cucho Hernández, Luis Suárez, Jaminton Campaz, Carlos Andrés Gómez
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Ver App GratisKey players
- Luis Díaz (Bayern Munich): the main star and the threat down the wing.
- James Rodríguez: captain and playmaker.
- Daniel Muñoz and Dávinson Sánchez: solidity at the back.
A note: the return after the absence
Colombia suffered the disappointment of missing the 2022 World Cup in Qatar. Their return to the big stage, with a generation blending James's experience and Luis Díaz's prime, is one of the comeback stories of this World Cup.
Frequently asked questions
Who is Colombia's head coach? Argentine Néstor Lorenzo.
Did Colombia play the 2022 World Cup? No; they missed out, so 2026 marks their return.
Who are the key players? Luis Díaz and James Rodríguez lead the team.
Are there two players named Luis Suárez? Colombia's is the Sporting CP forward, different from the famous Uruguayan.
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