| Germany vs Colombia | |
| MATCH INFO | |
MATCH :
| Germany vs Colombia |
COMPETITION :
| International Frendlies |
| DATE: | 21-06-2023 |
TIME:
| 12.15 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
10.45 PM UAE |
STADIUM
| Ground |
Match Live Info
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Germany 1 - 0 Colombia
The Colombian Football Federation (Federación Colombiana de Fútbol) was founded in 1924, and Colombia played their first official international match on May 10, 1938, against Mexico, which they won 4-2. However, in the early years, the Colombian national team struggled to achieve significant success on the international stage.
Golden Era of the 1990s:
Colombia experienced a golden era in the 1990s. Under the guidance of coach Francisco Maturana, the team qualified for the FIFA World Cup for the first time in 28 years in 1990. Led by iconic players such as Carlos Valderrama, Faustino Asprilla, and René Higuita, Colombia had a strong showing, reaching the Round of 16 before being eliminated by Cameroon.
In the following years, Colombian football continued to flourish. They won the Copa America in 2001, defeating Mexico in the final. This success was largely attributed to the talents of players like Ivan Cordoba, Mario Yepes, and Juan Roman Riquelme.
World Cup Success and Recent Years:
Colombia's biggest achievement on the world stage came in the 2014 FIFA World Cup held in Brazil. Under the management of Argentine coach José Pékerman, Colombia had a stellar tournament, reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in their history. Led by star players such as James Rodríguez, Juan Cuadrado, and Radamel Falcao, Colombia won all their group stage matches, including a memorable victory over Uruguay in the Round of 16. They were eventually eliminated by Brazil in the quarterfinals but received widespread praise for their performances.
Since then, the Colombian national team has remained a competitive force in South American football. They have consistently qualified for major tournaments, including the Copa America and the FIFA World Cup. However, they have not been able to replicate the success of the 1990s or their impressive run in the 2014 World Cup.
Notable Players:
Colombia has produced several notable footballers throughout its history. Carlos Valderrama is regarded as one of Colombia's greatest players, known for his skill, vision, and distinctive blonde afro hairstyle. Other notable players include Faustino Asprilla, René Higuita, Radamel Falcao, James Rodríguez, Juan Cuadrado, and Iván Córdoba.