Tag: Colombia

Saliba Pulls Out of France Squad as Lacroix Earns First Senior Call-Up

William Saliba
March 2026

William Saliba has withdrawn from the France squad because of recurring pain in his left ankle, forcing him out of the upcoming friendlies in the United States. Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix has been called up as his replacement for a first senior international selection. Saliba played the full 90 minutes in Arsenal’s Carabao Cup final defeat before the French federation decided the issue required treatment and at least 10 days of rest. Lacroix’s call-up rewards a strong club season and gives France a fresh defensive option before the World Cup.

Lozano defends Mexico’s process after poor window

Hirving Lozano (Mexico)
October 2025

After a 4-0 loss to Colombia and a 1-1 draw with Ecuador, Lozano highlighted positives and called results harsh, backing Javier Aguirre’s work as Mexico were booed in Guadalajara. Message is cohesion and patience. Emphasis remains on building a strong group and executing instructions as El Tri address defensive lapses and final-third efficiency.

Arsenal’s Mosquera weighs Colombia switch for 2026 World Cup

Cristhian Mosquera (Arsenal)
October 2025

Mosquera is evaluating a one time switch from Spain to Colombia after being promised a World Cup spot. The 21 year old signed from Valencia in the summer and faces heavy competition in Spain’s centre back pool.
Colombia’s guaranteed pathway and his dual eligibility create immediate tournament access. Arsenal minutes and form will shape the decision timeline as Spain options like Pau Cubarsí and Robin Le Normand block a near term call up.

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