The Colombia national team came together for a charity match to raise funds for earthquake victims in Colombia, with over 35,000 people in attendance at El Campín stadium. The match featured teams “Construyendo a Colombia” and “Colombia Unida”, led by René Higuita and Francisco Maturana.
What happened in the match?
The final score was 4-3 after seven goals, with the first goal scored by Juan Guillermo Cuadrado at seven minutes, followed by goals from Jackson Martínez and Juan Pablo Ángel. The event, promoted by Mario Alberto Yepes, brought together 36 footballers, including Radamel Falcao García, Carlos “El Pibe” Valderrama, Óscar Córdoba, Faryd Mondragón, Camilo Zúñiga, Fredy Guarín, Teófilo Gutiérrez, and Cristian Zapata.
Why is this match important for Colombia?
The 4-3 win was a thrilling display and a show of unity for the Colombia national team. The charity match will also help raise funds for earthquake victims in Colombia. With a current position of 1st place in the World Cup, 7 points, 2 wins, 1 draw, and 0 losses in 3 matches, Colombia continues to show great performance.
What's next for Colombia?
The next match for Colombia will be against Mexico on September 26, 2026. Colombia remains at the top of the standings with a 2-point lead over Portugal.
