Colombia's 2026 World Cup squad: James as captain and Luis Díaz leading Lorenzo's project

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James Rodríguez will be captain at 35 years old and Luis Díaz, after shining at Bayern, is Colombia's main offensive weapon at the 2026 World Cup
Colombia is in Group K with Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo, also facing Uzbekistan and Dominican Republic
Néstor Lorenzo includes surprises like Willer Ditta and Kevin Castaño, while leaving Rafael Santos Borré out of the squad

Colombia lands in Group K, the one with Portugal and Cristiano, so the spice is already in the pot. Néstor Lorenzo is betting on the tried-and-tested veterans and talent to take on one of the tournament's big favourites.

🌟 James Rodríguez will be captain and the brains at 35 years old (he turns that on 12 July, right in the middle of the tournament). Luis Díaz, fresh off shining at Bayern, is the weapon to break open matches.

🎯 Colombia's golden generation is clinging to one last big stage: James arrives as their beacon and reference point, with Luis Díaz in the form of his life to drag the team forward.

❌ The most talked-about left out: Rafael Santos Borré stays at home and doesn't make Lorenzo's plans.

🆕 The surprise picks: centre-back Willer Ditta (Cruz Azul) and midfielder Kevin Castaño (River Plate) crash the World Cup party.

📋 Full Squad · Manager: Néstor Lorenzo

🧤 Goalkeepers

Camilo Vargas (Atlas), Álvaro Montero (Vélez Sarsfield), David Ospina (Atlético Nacional)

🛡️ Defenders

Dávinson Sánchez, Jhon Lucumí, Yerry Mina, Willer Ditta, Daniel Muñoz, Santiago Arias, Johan Mojica, Déiver Machado

⚙️ Midfielders

Richard Ríos, Jéfferson Lerma, Kevin Castaño, Juan Portilla, Gustavo Puerta, Jhon Arias, Jorge Carrascal, Juan Fernando Quintero, James Rodríguez (captain), Jaminton Campaz

⚽ Forwards

Juan Camilo 'Cucho' Hernández, Luis Díaz (Bayern), Luis Suárez, Carlos Gómez, Jhon Córdoba

🏆 Group K

⚽ Opponents: Portugal, Uzbekistan and DR Congo

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Colombia's manager for the 2026 World Cup?

Néstor Lorenzo is Colombia's manager for the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Colombia in for the 2026 World Cup?

Colombia is in Group K of the 2026 World Cup, alongside Portugal, Uzbekistan and DR Congo.

How many players does Colombia call up for the 2026 World Cup?

Colombia presents a squad of 26 players for the 2026 World Cup, according to the FIFA format established for the tournament.

Where does Colombia play its matches in the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup is held in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Colombia plays in Group K against Portugal, Uzbekistan and DR Congo.

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