Real Madrid have issued an official statement of solidarity with the people of Colombia following a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck the country on Monday. The Spanish giants offered their heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families as international support pours in during one of the nation's most difficult moments.
Professional football across Colombia has been suspended after a devastating 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the nation, leaving at least 20 people dead and widespread destruction. League governing body Dimayor confirmed that all scheduled fixtures across the men’s and women’s top divisions have been pushed back by 24 hours.
Ruben Vargas slotted home the decisive spot-kick as Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties to progress to the quarter-finals of the World Cup after one of the worst games of the tournament so far had unsurprisingly finished scoreless. A tight and tense encounter had been expected in Vancouver, given how both sides had performed on their respective runs to the last 16.
Comprehensive match preview of Switzerland vs Colombia at World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news and more ahead of this Round of 16 clash in Vancouver.
Colombia secured their passage to the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana on a sweltering night in Kansas City. A solitary strike from Jhon Arias proved the difference as Los Cafeteros successfully navigated a physical encounter to keep their tournament dreams alive.
Four nations made debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with Cape Verde, Curacao, Jordan and Uzbekistan gracing the grandest stage in international football for the first time. It was the tournament with the most newcomers since 2006 and Cape Verde achieved the feat of ending a 16-year wait for a debutant to reach the knockout stages, before succumbing to Lionel Messi's Argentina in a classic.
Colombia faces Ghana in Kansas City for a 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 knockout clash. The matchup features a heavily favored, unbeaten Colombian squad looking to dominate possession and break down a resilient, defensively disciplined Ghanaian team aiming for a major upset.
Comprehensive match preview of Colombia vs Ghana at the World Cup 2026. We talk tactics, team news, and more ahead of this Round of 32 clash in Kansas.
James Rodriguez has heaped praise on his former Real Madrid team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo after the pair reunited during a goalless World Cup group-stage match between Colombia and Portugal in Miami. The Colombia captain expressed his deep admiration for Ronaldo, highlighting their enduring friendship and marvelling at the incredible physical condition of the Portuguese superstar at 41 years old.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr has touched down in Miami alongside Georgina Rodriguez to support his father in the final group match against Colombia. The teenager was spotted wearing the iconic Portugal No.7 shirt, a jersey he looks destined to inherit as he continues his own burgeoning football career.
Portugal boss Roberto Martinez has hit back at suggestions that Cristiano Ronaldo should be managed similarly to Lionel Messi or Erling Haaland, labeling such comparisons as "childish." Despite his age, the veteran forward has played every single minute of the Selecao’s World Cup group stage campaign so far.
Portugal helped Colombia make history, but not the kind either side wanted. In one of the priciest matches of the group stage at a sweltering Miami Stadium, Los Cafeteros played the first 0-0 World Cup match in their 100-year history - and Portugal deserved plenty of blame after wasting several clear-cut chances against their South American opponent.
Chelsea winger Pedro Neto has been grabbing headlines for more than just his performances on the pitch at the 2026 World Cup. The Portugal international has found himself the subject of significant social media attention after being unofficially crowned the most handsome player at the tournament.
Colombia have officially booked their place in the 2026 World Cup last 32 after securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over DR Congo in Guadalajara - a feat Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal failed to manage in their opening match. Crystal Palace star Daniel Munoz proved to be the difference once again, breaking the deadlock with his second goal of the tournament to ensure the South Americans maintained their perfect start in Group K.
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