ColombiaSeason Statistics
World Cup 2026Group KSeason 2026| Competition | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| World Cup 2026(K)2026 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 7 |
 Copa América(D)2024 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 7 |
Form (last 5)
Upcoming Fixtures
No upcoming fixtures
Standings
Standings of Group K in the World Cup 2026 group stage.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1Qualification |  Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
| 2Qualification |  Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +5 | 5 |
| 3Qualification |  Congo DR | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | +1 | 4 |
| 4Qualification |  Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -9 | 0 |
Full Squad
Goalkeepers
Defenders
2
Crystal Palace
3
Bologna
4
Bahia
13
Cagliari
17
Mallorca
18
Cruz Azul
22
Nantes
23
GalatasarayMidfielders
5
River Plate
6
Benfica
7
Bayern München
8
Flamengo
11
Wolves
14
Racing Santander
15
Talleres Cordoba
16Crystal Palace
20
America de Cali
21
Rosario Central
26
Vasco DA Gama
Key Players
Advanced Team Statistics
Average over the last 2 matches
Recent Results
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History of the Colombia national team
Founding and Early Years
The Colombia national team is governed by the Colombian Football Federation (FCF), founded in 1924. Long a quiet presence on the world stage, it had to wait until the 1990s to reveal its potential with the generation led by Carlos Valderrama.
Team Evolution
Driven by a creative, attacking style of play, Colombia established itself as one of the most respected nations in South America, with a constantly renewed pool of talent.
Great Managers
Francisco Maturana delivered Colombia's only major title by leading the team to the 2001 Copa América on home soil, without conceding a single goal throughout the tournament. Néstor Lorenzo now leads the side, having taken them to the 2024 Copa América final, lost to Argentina after extra time.
Iconic Players
Carlos Valderrama, the national team's most-capped player, and René Higuita, a goalkeeper who became a legend for his style and the "scorpion kick," shaped Colombia's identity in the 1990s. Radamel Falcao remains the country's all-time top scorer, while James Rodríguez left his mark on the 2014 World Cup by becoming its top scorer.
Major Achievements
Colombia won their only Copa América in 2001, on home soil, beating Mexico 1-0 in the final. They also reached the 2024 final. At the 2026 World Cup, Colombia topped their group before losing on penalties to Switzerland (0-0, 3-4) in the Round of 16.
The Team Today
Under Néstor Lorenzo, Colombia continue to confirm their status as a leading South American nation, regularly featuring among the top teams in the FIFA World Ranking.
Overall record
Current unbeaten streak: 7 matchesBased on the last 15 matches played
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Frequently asked questions
When is Colombia's next match?+
No upcoming match is currently scheduled.
What is Colombia's current standing?+
Colombia are currently 1 in World Cup 2026 with 7 points.
What major title has Colombia won?+
The 2001 Copa América, on home soil.
Who is Colombia's all-time top scorer?+
Radamel Falcao, with 36 goals.
How did Colombia's 2026 World Cup end?+
They were eliminated in the Round of 16 on penalties to Switzerland (0-0, 3-4).
Who led Colombia to their 2001 Copa América title?+
Francisco Maturana, without conceding a single goal throughout the tournament.
Who is Colombia's current head coach?+
Néstor Lorenzo, who led the team to the 2024 Copa América final.
When was the Colombian Football Federation founded?+
The FCF was founded in 1924.