Colombia thrash Australia with Luis Diaz and James Rodriguez scoring: Highlights and goals (3-0)

Colombia reaffirm their favoritism ahead of the World Cup in North America against Australia and with three goals in the last 15 minutes of the game, they delivered hope to their people. Thanks for joining us in this intense game, see you next time.

With James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz and Jefferson Lerma, Colombia won 3-0 against Australia, an outstanding performance from the Colombians.

Jefferson Lerma scores for Colombia in a corner kick and blast Australia in the last part of the game.

Luis Diaz extends the lead for Colombia with a big mistake from Australia's goalkeeper.

Despite they secured the first goal of the matchup, Colombia keep looking for the second goal.

The Colombians keep the ball and the result with a 64% ball possession.

James Rodriguez breaks the score with an excellent kick from the penalty spot and Colombia lead the score against Australia.

Santiago Arias fall in the area and the referee said it was a penalty.

Suarez is replaced by Rafael Santos Borre and Gustavo Puerta entered for Rios.

A counterattack after Australia lost the ball had Richard Rios with a chance, but he didn't make a good decision in the pass.

Johan Mojica shot on target and Gizzo sent the ball to the corner kick. Colombia didn't take advantage of the play.

Irving is replaced by Balard and Rowles is replaced by Elder.

Colombia had the first free kick in the game, but nothing happened with the ball sent by James Rodriguez.

Despite Colombia have a 58% of the ball possession the score remains unopened. 

With a bicycle kick, Toure tried to open the score for Australia. The ball went wide.

Like it happened in the first half, Colombia have the ball possession in this second half, but without creating any danger in Australia's goal.

Colombia pass the ball in the center of the field and start the second half at Citi Field. There are not substitutions.

With a dangerous free kick from Australia that Colombian's goal keeper Camilo Vargas saved, Tori Pensa ended the first half in the game between Colombia and Australia.

With 58%, Colombia have the ball possession against Australia, in a game without corner kicks and 3 shots on target for the Colombians.

A free kick from 35 meters from the goal had James Rodriguez's shot on target, but Australia's goalie Gizzo secured the ball.

With a great play from James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz had the chance to open the score in front of the Australian goal, but the ball went wide.

McGree kicked the ball pretty wide from the goal defended by Vargas in the first offensive free kick for Australia in the game.

With James Rodriguez leading Colombia in a matter of ball possession, making passes to his teammates and sending the ball wide for the backers, Australia are waiting for an error.

With two shots on target and controlling the ball, Colombia have the best options so far in the game.

The Colombian striker tried with his left foot to open the score, but the goalkeeper secured the ball.

A fault over James Rodriguez caused the first offensive free kick for Colombia and the first yellow card for Australian O'Neill, but the score didn't open.

With the series of passes from Colombian players, the team has taken possession of the ball with a 51% over Australia, and Yaser Asprilla shot for the first time on Paul Gizzo's goal.

As Colombia pass the ball on their defense, the Australians are waiting for them to make a mistake and create their first chance in the game.

Despite Colombia have the ball, the possession have been from Australia with a 55%.

By moving the ball from side to side of the field, Colombia seek for a space to make danger.

Australia have taken the ball during the last minutes and Colombia wait on their area.

With Santiago Arias from the right of the field sending the ball to Luis Suarez, Colombia had the first chance in Australia's field.

With James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz and Yaser Asprilla are pressing Australia on their area, but without success.

Colombia and Australia are playing in New York!

The players from both nations are on the pitch for the national anthems and are poised to kick off the international friendly in New York City.

Colombia and Australia have faced each other twice in their soccer history, with Colombia securing one victory and the other encounter ending in a draw. The most recent meeting took place in 2018 as part of the preparations for the World Cup in Russia, concluding in a 0-0 stalemate.

Both nations already stepped up in the Citi Field of New York City, in order to warm up for the international friendly.

Australia confirmed their lineup for tonight's matchup in New York.

Australia: Paul Izzo, Lewis Miller, Kai Trewin, Milos Degenek, Cam Burguess, Kye Rowles, Aiden O'Neill, Jackson Irvine(C), Connor Metcalfe, Riley McGree and Mohamed Toure.

Colombia confirmed their lineup for tonight's matchup in New York.

Colombia: Camilo Vargas, Santiago Arias Davinson Sanchez, Jhon Lucumi, Johan Mojica, Juan Camilo Portilla, Richard Rios, Yaser Asprilla, James Rodriguez (C) Luis Diaz and Luis Suarez.

Citi Field will serve as the venue for the international friendly match between Colombia and Australia. The stadium, home to Major League Baseball's New York Mets, has been transformed to host tonight’s highly anticipated encounter.

This renowned venue also hosts New York City FC for their home matches in Major League Soccer, and it now sets the stage for a thrilling showdown between Colombia and Australia. Here's a glimpse of the atmosphere inside the stadium:

Florida native Tori Penso is set to officiate tonight's highly anticipated match between Colombia and Australia. Penso, hailed by FIFA as one of the premier referees in the sport, distinguished herself as the sole female referee named to the complete roster for the 2025 Club World Cup.

Here is the full officiating team for today's clash:

• Tori Penso – Referee (USA)
• Kathryn Nesbitt – Assistant referee 1 (USA)
• Brooke Mayo – Assistant referee 2 (USA)
• Ricardo Montero– Fourth official (USA)

Colombia and Australia are scheduled to face off at 8:30 PM ET.

Fanatiz PPV will be the option to watch the game between Colombia and Australia in the US.

Welcome to our live coverage of today's international friendly matchup!

Colombia and Australia take to the field with a singular focus: securing a victory. Important FIFA Ranking points are on the line, as Colombia aim to position themselves as a top seed for the draw scheduled for December 5, 2025. Australia, on the other hand, seek to showcase their skill and gain valuable ranking points to avoid facing formidable teams in next year’s World Cup, to be held in North America.

With high stakes in play and Colombia coming off a recent win against New Zealand, another Oceania team, fans eagerly anticipate celebrating goals from their favorite stars against Australia. Australia, having suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Venezuela last week, are determined to bounce back.

Stay with us for in-depth analysis, compelling storylines, and real-time updates as Colombia and Australia face off in this thrilling international friendly!