James Rodriguez
Colombia cruises to 2-1 victory over Argentina in World Cup qualifier. Argentina was dealt a major blow with the absence of Lionel Messi, their captain and star player, who was sidelined due to an ankle injury suffered in the Copa America final against Colombia.
Despite a physical match and contentious refree calls, Colombia remains undefeated in World Cup qualifying under Nestor Lorenzo. Argentina’s coach, Lionel Scaloni, reaches a significant milestone by equaling the coaching records of Cesus Luis Mewoti and Carlos Bilardo. However, Guillermo stabile remains the all-time leader with 124 matches coached.
Colombia’s captain, James Rodriguez, scored a brilliant goal to give his team the lead over Argentina. Despite more chances to seal the win. Colombia’s offense could not fully capitalize. The victory moved Colombia up to second place in the South American Qualifying table.
Rodriguez, a recent addition to Rayo Vallecaw, continues to excel for colombia. The 33-year old has been on a scoring spree, contributing 10 goals and assists in his last eight appearances for Los Cafeteros. Rodriguez, fresh from a stellar performance in the 2024 Copa America, where he was named MVP, remains in top forms. His contribution were instrumental in leading Colombia to the final, and he led the tounament in assists
As of September 2024, Lionel Messi has fully recovered from the ankle injury he susutained in the final of the Copa America 2024. He has since returned to play for his club, Inter Miami, and the Argentina National Team.
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