SUMMARY
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Colombia's goal
In the last minute, as we anticipated, Colombia proved to be more dangerous at the end and they reflected it on the scoreboard. Gomez's goal turned the result around.
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The match is going back and forth, with one team's exciting actions followed by the other's arrivals. This is how the closing stages of the match between Mexico and Colombia are unfolding.
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Colombia's goal
Incredible goal by Roger Martinez, who starts his run from the middle of the field, advances through the center, and from outside the area, launches a powerful and precise low shot, placing it in the corner of the net.
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Yellow card for Vera
The referee gives the first yellow card of the match for an ill-timed tackle on Martinez.
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Colombia's goal
The Cafetaleros executed a brilliant team move that culminated with the ball in the net. Taking advantage of some sloppy play on the left flank, they made a run to the end line and made a diagonal pass to Reyes, who scored in a masterful manner.
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Goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool for Mexico!
Memo Martinez appears and does not miss the rebound that Ospina delivers after a spectacular save against Cortizo's shot.
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As the last 45 minutes of the match begin, Mexico looks to extend its lead.
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End of the first half, Mexico goes to the break with the lead over Colombia.
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Goooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool for Mexico!
The team manages to get the ball back after a defensive turnover, and Govea takes a shot that is impossible for Ospina to stop.
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Rodriguez makes a spectacular save. The goalkeeper, nicknamed the Pirate, shows an excellent reaction by stretching completely to deflect the ball for a corner. This is Colombia's second dangerous chance of the match.
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Jordy Cortizo hits it from deep in the field but the ball ends up crashing into the advertising hoardings.
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The Mexican team dominated the ball and Colombia still does not know what it means to have possession of the ball.
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Ospina provides a sense of confidence. Although he is not the same goalkeeper that captivated the world in 2014, the tranquility he transmits is incomparable.
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Huerta makes effective overlaps, while Cortizo shows excellent timing and Martinez looks for opportunities in the gaps and central spaces. The opposing team's defense is forced to multiply its efforts.
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The first corner kick of the game benefits Colombia. Reyes takes a header, but the ball travels slightly to the side of Rodriguez's goal.
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It is important to remember that this match only features Liga MX players; there are no Europeans or players who will play in the final in this match.
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The match between Mexico and Colombia kicks off, the last game of the year for both teams.
IN A FEW MOMENTS WE WILL START
In a couple of moments we will start broadcasting the match between Mexico and Colombia, match corresponding to the last international friendly of the year for both teams.
LINEUP LIST
The Colombian national team's roster for the match against Mexico at the Coliseum Stadium in Los Angeles, California, is ready.
🚨 𝗧𝗜𝗧𝗨𝗟𝗔𝗥
— Selección Colombia (@FCFSeleccionCol) December 16, 2023
Esta es la formación de la Selección Colombia Masculina de Mayores 🆚🇲🇽#TodosSomosColombia🇨🇴 pic.twitter.com/IwoOMTcFWJ
LINEUP LIST
The Mexican national team's roster for the match against Colombia at the Coliseum Stadium in Los Angeles, California, is ready.
¡Este es el último XI del año! 🇲🇽
— Selección Nacional (@miseleccionmx) December 16, 2023
Con esta alineación enfrentaremos a Colombia. 🇨🇴#VamosTodos por el triunfo, @Banorte_mx pic.twitter.com/BfHrDHpoKE
HE HAS THE CONFIDENCE OF AN EXPERT
The striker, formerly with MLS Galaxy, Javier 'Chicharito' Hernández, shared his perspectives on Jaime Lozano's process with the Mexican national team, expressing his confidence that it will be successful. In addition, he pointed out that the 'Tri' players need to take one more step to reach the status of leaders in the national team.
"There is a good group of players, I think that right now it's just a process, Jimmy needs to develop a little more. The national team is in a transition, in which there are many young players, there are also consolidated players, but I think they need to take that little step for Héctor Herrera, Memo Ochoa, Andrés Guardado, Miguel Layún, Héctor Moreno to exist".
HIS PLACE IS AT STAKE
With less than a year to go before the tournament, Jaime Lozano, the coach of the Mexican national team, known as 'El Tri', has admitted that the fate of his career with the Mexican National Team will be determined by his team's achievements at the tournament. This tournament will be held in the United States, and Lozano recognizes that the performance and results obtained in this event will be a crucial factor that will influence his continuation as coach of the national team.
"Surely (it will be in play). That's why I always say since the Gold Cup that I take it one game at a time, because you'd think this one is already through to the World Cup and I don't believe it."
A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY
Pepe Toño highlighted the inclusion of new faces, as well as returnees, in the call-up, giving them the opportunity to showcase themselves ahead of next year, which will host the Copa América 2024.
"The new faces and the new faces that are here will be a great opportunity for many, a great opportunity for many people who have never worn this jersey before, you have to see it that way, it is a blessing to be here and when you have the chance to wear this jersey, whether it is a World Cup or a friendly match, you go out and give it your all.
SENSITIVE LEAVE
The Mexican National Team has experienced a significant loss, as Fernando Hierro has made the decision to withdraw from the project led by the commissioner president of the Mexican Football Federation (FMF), Juan Carlos Rodríguez. This development represents a significant loss for the national team and reflects Hierro's departure from the group of experts who supported and contributed to the development of the soccer project.
THE CALLED UP
Among the selected players, it is noteworthy that the Pumas team has three players called up. In addition to César Huerta and Julio González, who occupy the forward and goalkeeper positions respectively, there is also the inclusion of Rodrigo López, a young midfielder who had previously won a medal in Central American competitions and is now receiving his first call-up to the national team.
In addition, the return of Alfonso González, a midfielder from Rayados, and the presence of forward Guillermo Martínez from Puebla stand out.
THE WAIT IS OVER
The wait for this international match is over, all the action, the best goals, the best plays, the hottest controversies, the best players and the best teams are back for this friendly match before the end of the year.
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What time is Mexico vs Colombia match for Friendly Match 2023?
This is the start time of the game Mexico vs Colombia of 16th December in several countries:
Where to watch Mexico vs Colombia |
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Country |
Date |
Local Time |
Streams and Tv Chanel |
United Satates |
December 16, 2023 |
19:00 ET |
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Argentina |
December 16, 2023 |
21:00 |
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Bolivia |
December 16, 2023 |
19:00 |
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Brasil |
December 16, 2023 |
21:00 |
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Chile |
December 16, 2023 |
21:00 |
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Colombia |
December 16, 2023 |
19:00 |
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Ecuador |
December 16, 2023 |
19:00 |
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España |
December 17, 2023 |
1:00 |
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Mexico |
December 16, 2023 |
18:00 |
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Peru |
December 16, 2023 |
19:00 |
Watch out for this player from Colombia:
The player to watch for this match will be the captain and striker of the Colombian national team, Roger Martinez, the current attacker through the center has been an important piece in his selection and has proven it by becoming the goal ally for his team, now, he will look to break the nets and be the difference that balances the balance in favor of his team.
Colombia's final roster:
A. Montero; J. Mosquera, A. Reyes, B. Vera, S. Velásquez; J. Campuzano, S. Gómez; A. Gómez, I. Poveda; D. Silva, R. Martínez.
Watch out for this player from Mexico:
For this match, the player to watch for the Azteca squad will be the great Memo Martinez. The Puebla center forward is enjoying one of the best moments of his career, being an offensive reference of "La Franja" and possible new reinforcement of the Guadalajara Chivas, since in recent weeks the rumor about his arrival to Verde Valle has gained more strength, so the Mexican could shine in this friendly match and show that he has the makings of a national team player.
Mexico's last roster:
L. Malagon; J. Sánchez, C. Montes, J. Vasquez, J. Gallardo; E. Álvarez, L. Chávez; C. Antuna, E. Sánchez, H. Lozano; H. Martín.
Background:
Mexico and Colombia have met on a total of 27 occasions (10 Mexican wins, 9 draws, 8 Colombian wins) where the scales have tipped in favor of the Aztec side. In total, 27 goals have fallen in favor of Mexico and only 24 in favor of Colombia. Their last duel dates back to a match in September 2022 where Colombia defeated Mexico 2-3.
About the Stadium:
It is located in Exposition Park in downtown Los Angeles, California, United States and was inaugurated in 1923 and has hosted several major sporting events, concerts and ceremonies over the years. The Coliseum has twice hosted the Summer Olympic Games. The first in 1932 and the second in 1984. It has been home to several sports teams, including the NFL's Rams and the temporary Raiders, as well as the University of Southern California (USC) Trojans soccer team. The Coliseum was designed in classical style by John Parkinson and Donald B. Parkinson. It can seat over 78,000 spectators, although the capacity has varied throughout renovations and modifications. The name "Memorial" in its title refers to the fact that it was dedicated as a memorial to World War I veterans.
A duel to test CONCACAF
On the other hand, the Colombian national team arrives at this match with the goal of continuing to work on the current project, which is to qualify for the 2026 World Cup by the end of 2025 without having to risk their lives in the playoffs, as well as to arrive with the best possible level, idea and goal for the next competition in America, where the Colombians will seek to demonstrate that the time has come for the Cup to stay in Colombia. Likewise, this duel against Mexico will serve to measure the level at which they will face the CONCACAF teams.
Liga MX power with nods to the starting roster
It is worth remembering that due to the tightness of the 23/24 season, neither European players nor players who will play in the Grand Final of the Apertura 2023 will be called up to the Mexican national team, so now it will be possible to enjoy a totally different selection from previous calls, full of the best talent in Liga MX. Likewise, coach Jaime Lozano will be able to better visualize which elements could be integrated in an emerging way to the call for the next Copa América.
The last international duel of the year
We are in the last days of the year and the Mexican national team will have one last test to overcome this Saturday when it faces the Colombian national team, which also seeks to continue preparing, improving and cementing its project for the World Cup qualifiers, as well as the Copa América matches. That said, this duel will also serve Jimmy Lozano to visualize the players who could be called up for the Copa América 2024, with the aim of reinforcing the Mexican national team and making history in the oldest Cup at the level of national teams in the world.
Kick-off time
The Mexico vs Colombia match will be played at Memorial Coliseum, in Los Angeles, USA. The kick-off is scheduled at 7:00 pm ET.
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