Colombian James Rodríguez has been chosen as part of the ideal eleven for dates seven and eight of the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
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Along with him, defender Jhon Lucumí also represented Colombia in this select group of players who stood out in the recent qualifying matches.
James Rodríguez’s inclusion in the ideal team is a response to his key performance in the final minutes of the match against Peru, and especially in the match against Argentina, where he scored a goal and provided an assist.
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Regarding the match against Peru, his participation in the second half was part of the change in the improvement of the national team’s game, although he was not a starter.
The midfielder was the one who launched the cross that gave Colombia the equalizer in Lima, earning an important point for the team led by Néstor Lorenzo.
In the next match, against Argentina, James was the standout figure of the match. His participation was essential for Colombia to secure an important 2-1 victory over the Albiceleste team, securing three crucial points for the team’s ambitions in the tie.
Jhon Lucumí was also selected in the ideal eleven thanks to his solid defense. The Colombian central defender started in both the draw against Peru and the victory over Argentina.
In this last match, his work alongside Yerson Mosquera was essential in containing Argentine attackers Julián Álvarez and Lautaro Martínez.
The ideal team for Data 7 and 8! 🔝
The ideal time for Rodadas 7 and 8! 👏#South American Qualifiers pic.twitter.com/mqYoyzkRdY
— CONMEBOL.com (@CONMEBOL) September 12, 2024
Source: El heraldo
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