The Colombia national football team finished its preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a 2-0 friendly win over Jordan. The match took place on Monday at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, as originally covered by the Jordanian Petra news agency.
This positive result extends Colombia's unbeaten run to five matches, as they currently sit top of their World Cup group with seven points. Their record from three games is two wins and one draw, having scored four goals and conceded just one. That puts them two points clear of Portugal in the standings.
How did Colombia's final rehearsal go?
Jordan's manager, Jamal Sellami, used the fixture to rotate his squad and assess options, but it was Colombia who controlled the scoreline. The South American side displayed defensive solidity and attacking efficiency to secure the win. This friendly served as Jordan's final practical test before their historic debut in a World Cup finals, but the stars of the day were the Colombian players.
Jordan's starting lineup featured Yazeed Abu Laila in goal. The defense was made up of Ehsan Haddad, Abdullah Nasib, Yazan Al-Arab and Saleem Obeid. The midfield included Muhannad Abu Taha, Nizar Al-Rashdan and Noor Al-Rawabdeh, while the attack consisted of Mousa Al-Tamari, Oda Al-Fakhouri and Ali Olwan. Despite these names, Colombian effectiveness made the difference.
What is Colombia's current form?
The win over Jordan reinforces an excellent period for the Colombian national team. They are now five matches unbeaten, with three wins and two draws in that spell. Their last official result was a 0-0 draw against Switzerland on July 7th. This resilience has cemented their place at the top of their World Cup group, a status you can check on our standings page.
With four goals scored and only one conceded in the tournament, Colombia boasts one of the most robust defensive records in the competition. This consistency is a key asset heading into the challenges of the group stage and beyond.
What's next for the national team?
With preparations now complete, Colombia's focus shifts entirely to the official World Cup competition. The next fixture on the calendar is a qualifying match against Mexico, scheduled for September 26th away from home. All upcoming matches are available on our fixtures schedule.
The Colombian coaching staff has had the chance to fine-tune the final tactical and physical details during this preparation phase, which included a training camp and several international friendlies. The goal now is to translate that work and this strong form into the matches that truly matter. The player base that has built this performance can be reviewed in the squad section.
The victory over Jordan serves as a positive and confidence-boosting end to the preparation stage. Colombia approaches the core of the 2026 World Cup from a position of strength, leading their group and with a style of play that has proven hard to beat. The path is clear to pursue a historic performance on football's biggest stage.
