Mexico and Colombia are set to face off in an international friendly this Saturday at 9:00 PM ET, as both nations begin new chapters following the last World Cup.
For Mexico, this match marks the start of a new era under the management of national icon Rafa Márquez. After reaching the Round of 16 in the World Cup, the team is now focused on rebuilding for the next cycle. These friendlies serve as a crucial opportunity to evaluate new talent and fine-tune the squad's foundation.
Colombia is also embarking on a fresh journey, using this fixture as part of its long-term preparations for the 2030 cycle. The team, which also made it to the Round of 16, is undergoing significant changes. The squad is being reshaped with new players, notably moving on without star midfielder James Rodríguez, who has retired from international duty.
Mexico | Draw | Colombia |
+155 | +230 | +170 |
*Odds are subject to change and were accurate at the time of publication.
Mexico has lost only one of its last 13 matches.
Colombia is undefeated in its last seven games within regular time.
In their last seven encounters, Colombia has secured five wins, with Mexico winning once and one match ending in a draw.
Mexico (4-3-3): Raúl Rangel; Jorge Sánchez, Montes, Vásquez, Jesús Gallardo; Erik Lira, Pineda, Mora; Alvarado, González, Lozano.
Coach: Rafa Márquez
Colombia (4-3-3): Montero; Muñoz, Davinson Sánchez, Lucumí, Machado; Richard Ríos, Castaño, Puerta; Jhon Arias, Córdoba, Luis Suárez.
Coach: Néstor Lorenzo
The friendly between Mexico and Colombia will be held at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, USA. The match is scheduled to kick off at 9:00 PM ET this Saturday. The match will be broadcast on Univision and TUDN in the US.
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