Colombia will make its first starting lineup change for Tuesday's friendly against Peru, with Kevin Mier taking over in goal. Manager Néstor Lorenzo aims to give all three goalkeepers match time in this final test before the World Cup qualifying cycle resumes.
The match, to be played in the United States at 6:45 p.m. Colombian time, concludes the October FIFA window. Colombia arrives following a 1-1 draw with Mexico and a 0-1 loss to Paraguay on October 3rd, a result that did not cost them their qualifying lead.
Lorenzo rotates his goalkeepers
Néstor Lorenzo has settled on his lineup for the Peru clash. The most notable change comes between the posts, where Cruz Azul's Kevin Mier will get his first chance with the Colombia shirt in this cycle. Aldair Quintana, who started against Paraguay, makes way.
"The goalkeeper could change, yes," Lorenzo said. "I want to see all three if possible, so it's very likely to be one of the changes." The Argentine manager called up Álvaro Montero, Aldair Quintana, and Mier, the latter already having three qualifying appearances for the 2026 World Cup.
Context heading into Peru
The goal is to close the window with a win to lift spirits after the Paraguay setback. Colombia leads the qualifying group by two points over Portugal, having scored four goals and conceded just one in the process. The Peru match will serve as a final evaluation before the next round of official fixtures.
The last meeting between Colombia and Peru, in June 2025, ended in a goalless draw. Lorenzo's side will look to break that deadlock on Tuesday in their final preparatory match.
Background and full detail: El Tiempo Deportes
Manager Néstor Lorenzo confirmed that Colombia is in a full rebuilding phase after the 2026 World Cup. "We are in a stage of building; we have to tell the truth, the team isn't set," said the Argentine. Lorenzo noted that the renewal process is natural and will take time.
