Minute30.com .- The World Cup dream has begun. The Colombian Men’s Senior National Team, under the leadership of Néstor Lorenzo, has already drawn up the roadmap for the most important year in international football.

With its sights set on North America, the national team is not only preparing for the orbital debut, but will also measure its forces against European powers in an elite preparation.

With only six months left until the ball rolls in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Colombian Football Federation (FCF) has confirmed the details of the preparation and the official fixture of the group stage.

The March exam: Tests of fire against France and Croatia

To reach the World Cup in full condition, Colombia has not spared its demands. On the FIFA date in March, the “Tricolor” will move to European territory to face two teams that are constant protagonists in the FIFA ranking. These friendlies will serve to finish polishing the list of 26 players who will represent the country.

FIFA Date Calendar – March 2026:

March 26: Colombia vs. Croatia

March 29: Colombia vs. France

Colombia in the 2026 World Cup: Analysis of Group K

The die is cast. Colombia has been placed in Group K, a zone that combines Asian technique, the mystery of the playoffs and a heart-stopping finish against a European power. The debut will be historic, facing Uzbekistan for the first time in an orbital event.

The Fixture of the Colombian National Team (Group Phase)

The road will begin in Mexican territory, where the National Team hopes to have the massive support of the Colombian colony, and then close the classification in the heat of Miami.

*The rival on June 23 will be defined in the intercontinental play-off.

Néstor Lorenzo’s logistics: The tricolor bunker

The coaching staff led by Lorenzo is already working on travel logistics. Playing in Mexico City and Guadalajara implies a challenge due to the altitude and temperatures, while the closure in Miami offers a more familiar climate for players who play in the MLS and American leagues.

The objective is clear: overcome the group stage as leaders to avoid premature crossings with powers like Argentina or Brazil in the direct elimination rounds.

What the fan should know:

Tickets: FIFA will enable the last phase of ticket sales in February.

Transmission: The matches can be followed live on the usual national television channels.

Preparation: After the March date, a last microcycle is expected in May with players from the local league.

Are we ready to make history?

The Colombian National Team enters 2026 with a mix of experience and youth. Consolidated figures and new promises of European football seek to surpass Colombia’s best historical performance in a World Cup.

Planning is millimetric and the support of the fans will be essential.

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