How many times has Colombia been in the World Cup?
Colombia has appeared in the FIFA World Cup on six occasions in 1962, 1990, 1994, 1998, 2014 and 2018.
What is Colombia's best ever performance in FIFA World Cup?
After 16 years out of the World Cup, Colombia won their first match against Greece by a score of 3–0, marking the country's best ever performance in FIFA World Cup.
Which country has won the FIFA World Cup the most times?
The Canarinha has won it the most (1958, 1962, 1970, 1994, 2002), however, in Qatar 2022 it could be 20 years without repeating its healthy tradition of being world champion. Brazil has missed out on two titles, losing the finals of Brazil 1950 and France 1998.
How many Copa América Finals has Colombia played in?
Colombia have played in two Copa América finals. They lost the 1975 final play-off against Peru, but won the title at their first home tournament in 2001. Colombia is scheduled to co-host the 2021 Copa América with Argentina.
Opening Match Against Romania
Colombia as a nation was in turmoil around this time. The war on drugs had only started a year earlier in 1993 and civil unrest was highly prevalent. The World Cup was one of few times where Colombia felt somewhat unified and could have something to celebrate. However, this sense of joy and optimism quickly dwindled when they lost 3-1 to Romania.
The United States and Switzerland Clashes
The United States took the lead in the 35th minute through a ridiculously unfortunate own goal by Andres Escobar. However, the consequences of that own goal would be far from ridiculous.
Round of 16, Quarter-Finals and Redemption
This time around, it was Colombia’s and James Rodriguez’s turn to shine. In the 28th minute, they took the lead through a strike by James Rodriguez that won the Puskas Award later in the year, a stunning volley from outside the penalty area. Rodriguez scored yet again later in the game and Colombia won comfortably 2-0.
Opening Match Against Romania
The United States and Switzerland Clashes
Andres Escobar’s Tragic Death
Colombia’s 2014 FIFA World Cup Group Stage
Round of 16, Quarter-Finals and Redemption
*Draws include knockout matches decided via penalty shoot-out
In the 1962 qualifiers, they faced Peru in a two-game series and qualified for their first World Cup.
Colombia qualified.
At Chile 1962, Colombia lost 2–1 to South American champions Uruguay in their opening match. They then drew 4–4 with the reigning European champions Soviet Union in one of biggest shock…