Colombia Defeats Mexico 3-0 in Texas Amiable
ARLINGTON, TX - Colombia convincingly defeated Mexico 3-0 in an international friendly match played at AT&T Stadium in Texas on Tuesday night. Goals from Jhon Lucumí, Jefferson Lerma, and Jámison Rodríguez secured a dominant victory for the Colombian side.
The match,part of both teams’ final appearances of the year,saw Colombia control possession and capitalize on key opportunities. The result raises questions for Mexico ahead of upcoming competitions, while providing a confidence boost for Colombia as they prepare for future challenges.
Key Moments:
* minute 17: Jhon Lucumí opened the scoring for Colombia, capitalizing on a cross from James Rodríguez with a touch of anticipation past Mexican goalkeeper Luis Malagón.
* Minute 34: A clear foul by Kevin Castaño against Orbelín Pineda at the edge of the area went uncalled, denying Mexico a potential hazardous free kick possibility.
* Minute 61: Jefferson Lerma extended Colombia’s lead with a powerful strike.
* Minute 78: James Rodríguez added a third goal for Colombia, solidifying the victory.
Earlier in the match, Mexico’s Santiago Giménez had a promising individual play in the 12th minute, but his left-footed shot went wide. James Rodríguez also had a near miss for Colombia in the 9th minute, with a left-footed shot going close to the corner.
Lineups:
Mexico: Luis Malagón; Jorge Sánchez, César Montes, Johan Vásquez, Marcel Ruiz, Erik Lira, Orbelín Pineda; Diego Láinez, Santiago giménez, Alexis Vega.
Colombia: David Ospina, Daniel muñoz, Willer Ditta, Jhon lucumí, Álvaro Angulo; Jefferson Lerma, Kevin Castaño; James Rodriguez; Kevin Serna, Luis Díaz, Luis Suárez.
