Colombia

Where to Watch – Streaming Options

ServiceTypeCostDetails
Caracol TV / Canal RCN Free $0 Colombia's two major free-to-air networks share rights to 40 World Cup matches, including all Los Cafeteros national team fixtures — vs Uzbekistan (June 17, Mexico City), vs DR Congo (June 23, Guadalajara) and vs Portugal (June 28, Miami) — plus the opening match and the final. Stream free via Caracol Play and RCN app on iOS and Android. No subscription required.
Win Sports Paid Included with cable / From ~COP 15,000/month (Win+) Colombia's leading sports cable channel broadcasts additional World Cup matches beyond the free-to-air package on Caracol and RCN. Available via most cable providers in Colombia. Win+ is the standalone streaming option (~COP 15,000/month) for cord-cutters. Includes expert Colombian commentary and analysis.
DSports / DGO Paid Included with DirecTV / Est. ~$15–20 USD/month (DGO) DSports holds pay-TV rights for all 104 World Cup matches in Colombia. Available via DirecTV satellite or as a standalone service via the DGO app on iOS, Android and Smart TVs — no satellite dish required. The only platform offering every single match in Colombia beyond the free-to-air selection.
Colombia National Football Team – FIFA Ranking #14 · World Cup 2026
FIFA Ranking
#14[1]
World Cup Appearances
Best Result
Quarter-finals
2014

Country

  • CapitalBogotá
  • Population~52 million
  • ContinentSouth America
  • ConfederationCONMEBOL
  • National associationFCF – Federación Colombiana de Fútbol

World Cup history

  • Titles: 0
    Colombia has never won the FIFA World Cup
  • Total appearances: 7[2]
    Colombia have been a consistent CONMEBOL presence since the 1990s — James Rodríguez's 2014 Golden Boot elevated the nation's global profile permanently
  • 2014
    Quarter-finals — James's tournament
    James Rodríguez won the Golden Boot with six goals including a stunning volley against Uruguay — Colombia eliminated in the last eight by Brazil
  • 2024
    Copa América finalists[3]
    Reached the Copa América final unbeaten — beating Uruguay, Panama and Canada along the way before losing to Argentina in the final. The most exciting Colombian side in decades
  • 2026
    CONMEBOL qualification
    Qualified strongly through CONMEBOL — Colombia arrive with genuine belief after their Copa América run and a squad packed with elite European talent

Head coach

NL
Néstor Lorenzo
Since 2022[4]

Argentine manager who has built on previous coaching eras and restored Colombia as a genuine CONMEBOL powerhouse. Tactically versatile and gives his elite talent the freedom to express themselves within an organised structure. His Copa América 2024 campaign — unbeaten until the final — is among the finest by any South American side in recent years.[5]

Key players

Winger

Luis Díaz ↗

One of the most exciting wide attackers in world football at Liverpool. Relentless, direct, pacey and hard-working — a nightmare for any full-back. Colombia's game-changer and one of the players most likely to define the tournament.

Attacking Midfielder

James Rodríguez ↗

The 2014 World Cup Golden Boot winner — still magical with the ball in his 30s. His passing, creativity and ability to unlock defences make him Colombia's most technically gifted player and the creative hub of everything they do.

Striker

Rafael Santos Borré ↗

Physical and powerful striker with Champions League experience at Eintracht Frankfurt and iconic goals for River Plate. Brings goals, energy, hold-up play and the relentless work rate that sets the platform for Colombia's attack.

Centre-back

Davinson Sánchez ↗

Commanding and aggressive centre-back with Premier League experience at Tottenham. Brings physicality, aerial dominance and the defensive leadership Colombia need at the back to match their attacking ambitions.

Midfielder

Richard Ríos ↗

Energetic and combative young midfielder who has grown into a key figure in Colombia's engine room. Brings pressing intensity, technical quality and the ability to win the ball back and drive forward — exactly the platform Díaz and James need.

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