Néstor Lorenzo remains undefeated with the Colombian National Team. There are already 25 games without losing for the Tricolor, of which 22 are under the technical direction of the ArgentineSince her arrival in 2022, the game has changed, the country’s enthusiasm has returned and today she is one of the candidates to win the Copa América that is being played in the United States. Six points in two games and early qualification for the quarterfinals.
“Every game is a different story. Today we found it from possession, positioning and that helped us not suffer. I knew it was a difficult game, but if we controlled it from possession of the ball we were going to open it up and it happened (…) We played well against great rivals and today suddenly there was a more pronounced and continuous dominance. The boys played a great game,” Lorenzo said this 3-0 against Costa Rica.
Colombia’s set piece. “We always work, I don’t know what percentage of time. We train in short microcycles, we dedicate part of two training sessions. We always stay a while to practice. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t. The kicker is very important and James is one of the best crossers in the world.”
The excitement and triumph of Colombians with this team. “As for triumphalism, you cannot give advice to people’s emotions. We are also excited and what can I say to the people…enjoy.”
Rotation and opportunity for their players. “There is a very even group, it is very difficult to define the starter. That’s why it’s good to have everyone with minutes, motivated. There are 5 changes, I turn around and I want them to be 12, 13 changes, but we have to understand. Everyone can give something to the team, we don’t know when, but everyone can. I would like to give everyone minutes, but it’s not possible. I hope they understand.”
The match against Brazil on Tuesday. “We will see tomorrow how everyone finishes, how they recover. We have to take care of hydration and of course we would like to play a great match against Brazil, we are not going to neglect it. The entire squad is even in performance and we can put together a good team to play the best match possible.”
James Rodríguez, their captain and one of the figures
James’ change in the second half. “James is fine, he wanted to continue. Thinking about what is coming, it seemed prudent to change him.”
Her relationship with James Rodríguez and how he has changed over the years. “I have known James since he was a child and I know that what depended on his performance for the National Team was his commitment. I know the love he has for these colors. That’s why it hurt me when they criticized him so much, that’s why I trusted him. His commitment is supreme. As for age, from 22 to 32 suddenly he now runs less and thinks more, that helps him too. He has a team that surrounds him well, that gives him alternatives to his game.”
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