Without a doubt, the great figure of the Colombian Senior Team in the duel against Paraguay (2 to 1) for the first date of Group D of the 2024 Copa América that takes place in the United States was James Rodríguez.
James was vital for the tricolor’s first three points in the tournament. In fact, he had two assists for the national team’s goals, which were scored by right back Daniel Muñoz and defensive midfielder Jefferson Lerma.
“James Rodríguez was one of the figures of Colombia in its presentation at the Conmebol Copa América United States 2024: the midfielder scored the two assists for the goals of Muñoz and Lerma. About 32′ and after a good accumulation of offensive passes, James received the ball on the left and crossed the ball through the centre for Daniel Muñoz to finish off the empty area. “Header cross and opening goal,” the Copa America website said.
Coffee fans hope that James Rodríguez continues to be more than fundamental for the Colombian Senior National Team during the remaining matches of group D and those played, if qualification is achieved, in the final phases.
This occurred in Doha, Qatar, just when the talented offensive midfielder was active in this country. It also happened when Lorenzo took the reins of the national team. His first big mission, according to Tito Puccetti, was to travel to the Middle Eastern nation to meet with 10.
According to the renowned journalist and narrator, The technical director told James that he wanted the National Team to revolve around him, but for that I needed him to play European football again or in a large one in South America.
And well, apparently, James’ decision to leave Qatar and go play for Olympiacos was at the request of Néstor Lorenzo. And it is worth mentioning that the financial sacrifice was very great, as he lowered his expectations to return to playing in European football, in this case, in Greek football. Gestures of 10, without a doubt.
