The vibrant triumph of the Colombia National Team in view of Democratic Republic of the Congo He left a video that adds to history, although the official broadcast cameras did not capture it. After the judge’s final whistle, the pitch became the scene of a nostalgic reunion that paralyzed social networks.
James Rodriguezwho started as a starter against the African team, did not have his best afternoon. Although he touched the goal with a mid-distance shot, it was replaced in the second half for Juan Fernando Quinteroto whom, amidst the clamor of the fans, Lorenzo paid attention; However, fate had prepared a unique moment to ’10’ at the end of the commitment.
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James Rodríguez hugged Pékerman
The hug of James Rodríguez, ‘Juanfer’ Quintero and José Pékerman at the 2026 World Cup. Photo:Screenshot
Once the victory On the part of the ‘Tricolor’, a figure that marked the team appeared on the field: José Néstor Pékerman. He former technical director of the Colombian teamwho today performs duties for the media covering the World Cup event, came down to the green grass.
The presence of Pekerman did not go unnoticed, since James Rodriguez He immediately responded to his call and they both gave each other a hug which lasted a few seconds, but for fans it seemed eternal.
He joined the emotional scene by running ‘Juanfer’ Quinteroanother old acquaintance of the technician, completing some images that revived the most glorious time of the Colombia National Team in recent years.
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James Rodriguez Photo:James Rodriguez
The moment was captured exclusively by the former footballer Iván Ramiro Córdobawho later spread the images on their social networks, unleashing a wave of nostalgia among Colombian fans.
The image of the footballers talking affectionately with the Argentine shows the deep respect and the closeness that this generation maintains with the Argentine that guide to your best sporting levels.
James Rodríguez at the 2026 World Cup hugged José Pékerman. Photo:Screenshot
The paths of James, Quintero and Pékerman They separated on the field, but the world cup event promises to cross them again in these days of competition, keeping alive the flame of a process that marked a before and after in it colombian soccer.
#WorldTime ⚽️🇨🇴 Just like old times! José Néstor Pekerman congratulated James Rodríguez and JuanFer Quintero, two of his former managers, after the Colombian team qualified for the next round of the 2026 World Cup.
A heartfelt hug and a talk,… pic.twitter.com/FPfG0ff4GJ
— EL TIEMPO (@ELTIEMPO) June 24, 2026
Colombia vs. Democratic Republic of the Congo
Colombia assured his classification to the round of round of 32 of the World Cup 2026 by defeating 1-0 to the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The match held in the Mexican city of Guadalajara closed the second date of the Group Kwhich opened earlier with a 5-0 win of Portugal to Uzbekistan.
Daniel Muñoz. Photo:AFP
On Saturday, Colombia will be measured against Portugal in Miami just to define its position within the key that leads with six points.
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The right side Daniel Muñoz noted in the 76th minute his second goal in the World Cup and fifth with the national team thanks to an assist from Juan Fernando Quinterosubstitute for captain James Rodríguez in the 58th minute.
Munozright side of Crystal Palacewas about to score in the 4th minute when crashed a shot against the post.
Daniel Muñoz Photo:EFE
“We knew we had to be hungry lionswe knew we had to go and eat the prey“, said Munoz speaking after the game before a crowd of Colombian fans.
At 30 years old, Munoz, debutante in one World Cupopened the account last week at the triumph of the coffee growers 3-1 against Uzbekistan at the Azteca stadium in Mexico City.
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Everything changed in second half when Nestor Lorenzo replaced to James Rodriguez and the attacker Luis Suárez, who also signed discreet performances against Uzbekistan.
Goal disallowed by Daniel Muñoz. Photo:EFE
Both substitutes that Lorenzo sent to the field, Juan Fernando Quintero and John Cordoba, participated in the goal.
The midfielder of River Plate Argentine found a gap between two Congolese and leaked the ball to the area. Cordova He covered the ball with his body, which reached the feet of Munoz.
He technical of the Colombians celebrated that his “boys” made a “great match“.
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With information from AFP
