James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz Lead Colombia Squad for 2026 World Cup

James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz Lead Colombia Squad for 2026 World Cup

Colombia has named a 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, led by captain James Rodriguez — 2014 Golden Boot winner — and Bayern Munich winger Luis Diaz, marking the country's return to the finals after missing Qatar 2022. Drawn into Group K against Uzbekistan, DR Congo, and Portugal, coach Lorenzo's European-heavy roster — featuring players from Crystal Palace, Bologna, Galatasaray, and Benfica — positions Colombia as a credible quarterfinal contender, matching their 2014 ceiling.