The Chocoan soccer player Jhon Andrés Córdoba Copete was the figure in the match that Colombia won 3-0 against Costa Rica, qualifying for the quarterfinals of the Copa América.
He was born in Istmina, is 31 years old, and is the son of Deicy América Copete and former footballer Manuel Acisclo Córdoba.
The Colombian team, led by Néstor Lorenzo, was much superior on the field and made it clear why it is one of the favorite teams for the title.
The scorers of the goals for the ‘tricolor’ were Luis Díaz (31′) from the penalty spot, Davinson Sánchez (59′) and Jhon Córdoba (62′).
Considering the relevance within the commitment, it can be said that the great figure was the center attacker Jhon Córdoba, not only for the goal he scored, but for the influence he had on the development of the game.
It’s a tank. He commands the area due to his definition and ability to unmark. His physical power is admirable. Effective to overcome an opponent who exaggerated with the fouls. He was overwhelming and fast against the extreme defense that gave him a penalty after half an hour.
He directly influenced two plays that ended in goals for the Colombians, he created the foul that ended in the penalty that opened the scoring, with his shots he helped Colombia shoot 17 times at the rival goal during the match, and he scored the goal that closed the match.
“Very happy for the goal, which comes from teamwork. What was studied during the week was done. But I also leave happy for what I contributed to the team. The group is united and we are a family. It doesn’t matter who scores. The most important thing is to win,” said striker Jhon Córdoba, who plays for Krasnodar in Russia and who was cheered for his efforts against Costa Rica.
He shot three times on goal, hitting six out of nine and took the ball away three times.
During his career as a professional footballer, John Córdoba played with Envigado FC, Chiapas Jaguar, Espanyol, Granada CF, Mainz, Colonia, Hertha Berlin and Krasnodar of Russia.
