The Colombia national team has its first fixture after the 2026 World Cup. The side, which topped its group with 7 points (2 wins, 1 draw, 0 losses), will face Mexico in a friendly on September 26 at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore, USA.
What is the context of the match?
The game is part of the September FIFA window and marks the start of a new era for Colombia, which aims to build on its Round of 16 finish at the 2026 World Cup. In that tournament, Colombia was eliminated by Switzerland on penalties after a 0-0 draw in 120 minutes, its last official result (2026-07-07).
Why does this matter for Colombia?
Néstor Lorenzo remains as head coach, tasked with keeping Colombia among the continent’s elite. The recent head-to-head record favors Colombia, which has beaten Mexico in several friendlies. This match will be vital for assessing players and fine-tuning the squad ahead of the 2030 World Cup cycle.
What’s next for Colombia?
For now, this is the only confirmed fixture for the September window. Meanwhile, Mexico will also play friendlies against Peru and Chile. Colombia, unbeaten in its last 5 matches (3 wins, 2 draws, DWDWW), enters this new challenge in strong form.
