The Colombian National Team returns to the Metropolitano Stadium in Barranquilla, their last match was mystical after defeating Brazil 2-1 with a brace from Luis Díaz. Now, with the support of the crowd, they hope to win against Argentina, who come off being champions against the national team in Miami. Although it is not a revenge match, “It’s a beautiful game,” said James Rodríguez. Lorenzo ultimately decided on Jhon Jader Durán in attack.
“We are thinking about Argentina, it’s a beautiful match and obviously everyone wants to play it,” complemented the ‘10′ who will be a starter, in Lima he was an alternative because a deal was reached with Néstor Lorenzo. The midfielder hadn’t played since the Copa América and it could be risky to start. When he entered against Peru, he changed the game and was fundamental for the draw. He will be the football leader against Argentina, confirmed by the Argentine in a press conference.
Colombia’s lineup to face Argentina
The Argentine coach has one doubt, and that is regarding Carlos Cuesta. The central defender suffered a serious collision with Peruvian forward Alex Varela in the middle of the field at the end of the first half, for precaution and because he felt a bit dizzy, he did not start the second half, replaced by Yerry Mina who did not have a good 45 minutes and received a yellow card, his second in the Qualifiers which caused him to miss the match against the world champions. The player is already on his way back to Italy to join Cagliari.
Confirmed Colombia’s XI against Argentina
(4-3-1-2) Camilo Vargas; Daniel Muñoz, Yerson Mosquera, Jhon Lucumí, Johan Mojica; Richard Ríos, Jefferson Lerma, Jhon Arias; James Rodríguez, Luis Díaz and Jhon Jader Durán.
Coach: Néstor Lorenzo.
The match between Colombia and Argentina will be this Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. at the Metropolitano Stadium in Barranquilla. The stadium will be at full capacity to support the national team. Rodrigo De Paul assured that the crowd will put a lot of pressure due to what happened in the Copa América final. A spectacular match is coming between the two best national teams currently playing in South America.
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