The Colombian National Team is excited a few days before the Copa América begins. The team led by Néstor Lorenzo scored again – they beat the United States 1-5 in their first friendly – and arrives in great shape for the continental tournament, in which they will share the group stage with Brazil, Paraguay and Costa Rica. Jhon Arias, Luis Díaz and Jhon Córdoba, the scorers in the 3-0 victory over Bolivia.
This was the 1×1 of the Colombian National Team
Camilo Vargas: He was safe when Bolivia tried to attack, almost always through side balls. In the second half, he corrected a lack of concentration in the defense with a great save on a rival counterattack.
Daniel Muñoz: Another good performance from the Crystal Palace full-back. He covered the Bolivian team’s exit and went inside when the game required it. He received the red card after reacting violently after a strong tackle on Luis Díaz.
Carlos Cuesta: He complemented Mina well and did not suffer from Bolivia’s few attacks. In addition, he took advantage of his speed to correct errors from the sides.
Yerry Mina: A long-awaited return. He led and showed good physical condition a few days before the Cup. Although the central duo is surely made up of Davinson and Lucumí, the Cagliari center back is an important alternative.
Deiver Machado: He lacked rhythm at the beginning, but as the minutes passed, he looked more comfortable. In attack, he teamed up well with Luis Díaz and, in fact, assisted him for the third goal.
Jefferson Lerma: He concentrated on brand work, separating Ríos from this function. He had good passing effectiveness and continues to confirm himself in Lorenzo’s starting XI.
Richard Rios: Although they were correct in defense and attack, they had a couple of losses in the half due to not associating quickly.
John Arias: New goal from the engine of the Colombian National Team. As usual, he moved along the entire front of the attack and assisted in the retreat. He was substituted for the second half after feeling some physical discomfort.
James Rodriguez: Show of the ’10’ in his 100th game. When Bolivia gave possession of the ball to the Tricolor, the midfielder felt comfortable and was that differential factor to break lines. He arrives in great shape at the Copa América.
Luis Diaz: Key, talented, explosive. Adjectives fall short for a new great game from Lucho. In fact, the first goal came from an individual play of his that later fell to Jhon Arias. He had his reward when, after an assist from Machado, he crossed the goal and managed to score the third of the season. He was substituted after receiving several hard fouls.
John Cordoba: In the first half, his work was more sacrificial – throwing himself back meters to collaborate in the generation of play and blocking Bolivia’s exit. Despite this, he was able to score, taking advantage of the only scoring option that was clear to him.
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Miguel Borja: He replaced Córdoba for the second half, but looked anxious and did not have much contact with the ball.
Yaser Asprilla: He replaced Arias, who suffered physical discomfort. He had flashes, but was well controlled by the rival defense.
Kevin Castano: He refreshed the midfield and was applied in the marking work.
Matheus Uribe: He entered with the objective of giving order to the half and he fulfilled. He was reprimanded for complaining after the strong foul on Díaz.
Santiago Arias: He occupied the right wing after Muñoz was sent off.
Luis Sinisterra: Although he only played seven minutes, he looked explosive with the ball at his feet.
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