Colombia World Cup 2026 Preview: Los Cafeteros Return After Missing 2022 Tournament
By
Luis Paez-Pumar
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Summary
Colombia enters the 2026 World Cup as one of the most motivated teams after missing the 2022 tournament. They finished third in the grueling CONMEBOL qualifying campaign, eight points clear of the playoff spot. The article previews Colombia's squad, key players, and prospects for the upcoming World Cup.
Key quotes
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After missing the 2022 edition of the tournament, Los Cafeteros are back, having breezed through the hardest qualifying test in the entire world: CONMEBOL's grinding 18-match crucible.
Colombia finished in third place, eight points clear of the playoff spot.
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