The highly anticipated match between Colombia and France is set for Sunday, March 29, in Landover, Maryland, near Washington, D.C. This will mark the fifth encounter between the two nations. Colombia is looking to rebound after a narrow 2-1 defeat to Croatia, while France comes off a similar win against Brazil.
Match Preview: Colombia vs France
Colombia and France meet with expectations high as both teams prepare for the upcoming World Cup. Their last match was an exciting friendly in March 2018, where Colombia achieved a surprising 3-2 victory at Stade de France.
Current Form and Insights
Colombia’s coach, Néstor Lorenzo, prepares his squad to respond after their recent loss. Despite the setback, the Colombian team maintained an impressive one-year unbeaten run prior to the defeat. Players like Luis Díaz and Luis Suárez are expected to lead the attack. James Rodríguez may also feature, closing in on his 124th international appearance, just shy of the record held by David Ospina. However, Colombia will miss defensive stalwart Yerry Mina and forward Jhon Durán due to injuries.
Colombia’s Possible Lineup
- Goalkeeper: Vargas
- Defenders: Munoz, Sanchez, Lucumi, Cabal
- Midfielders: Lerma, Rios
- Forwards: J. Arias, Rodriguez, Diaz, Suarez
France’s Preparation
On the other side, Didier Deschamps leads France into this match with renewed confidence after their victory over Brazil. Despite a challenging second half where they played a man down due to Upamecano’s red card, their offense, particularly the explosive Kylian Mbappé, impressed. Deschamps plans to rotate his squad to give opportunities to less frequently used players, though some key players may rest.
France’s Possible Lineup
- Goalkeeper: Maignan
- Defenders: Kalulu, Konate, Lacroix, Digne
- Midfielders: Kante, Rabiot
- Forwards: Olise, Cherki, Ekitike, Mbappe
Match Details
The match details are as follows:
- Date: Sunday, March 29
- City: Landover, Maryland, USA
- Stadium: Northwest Stadium
- Time: 3:00 PM ET (Eastern Time), 1:00 PM Mexico, 8:00 PM Spain
Viewing Information
Fans can watch the match through various channels:
- United States: Telemundo, UNIVERSO
- Mexico: Claro Sports
- Spain: DAZN Spain
Head-to-Head Record
| Encounters | Colombia | Draw | France |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Matches | 1 Win | 0 | 3 Wins |
| Last Match | March 23, 2018 – France 2 – 3 Colombia | ||
As the match day approaches, both teams look to put their best foot forward. Fans can expect an exciting encounter filled with intensity and skill as part of this international friendly.
