Colombia confirms first post-World Cup match Colombia, leading the World Cup with 7 points (2W-1D-0L) and a +3 goal difference, announced its first fixture after the tournament. They will face Mexico in a friendly on September 26 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, as confirmed by the Mexican Football Federation. ## Who is Colombia's first opponent? Mexico, managed by Rafa Márquez, will be Colombia's first rival in the post-World Cup era. This match kicks off preparations for the Copa América and the road to the 2030 World Cup. Their last meeting was in October 2025, when Colombia won 4-0. ## What other friendlies is Colombia planning? Besides Mexico, Colombia has three more friendlies lined up in the next FIFA window. A match against Peru is confirmed, while games against the United States and Canada are still being negotiated. The team aims to maintain its unbeaten streak of 5 matches (3W-2D-0L). ## What changes are there in the coaching staff? Néstor Lorenzo renewed his contract as Colombia's head coach. However, he needs to replace Luis Amaranto Perea, who joined Independiente Medellín. Among the candidates are Radamel Falcao García, who could take on a technical role, and Juan Carlos Osorio, interested in a secondary position.