Luis Diaz shines as Colombia dominate Mexico in 2025 international friendly (0-4): Highlights and goals

Colombia beat Mexico 0-4 for the 2025 international friendly and you lived every moment of this exciting game here, on Bolavip.

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The match comes to an end at AT&T Stadium with Colombia securing a dominant victory over Mexico.

Johan Carbonero finishes brilliantly following a superb through ball from Juan Quintero, adding another goal for Colombia.

The game was halted due to a tight and potentially controversial moment, as a foul on Hirving Lozano inside the box could have been called a penalty in favor of Mexico.

Mexico are looking to close the gap, but Colombia’s key substitutions have settled in impressively. Jefferson Lerma is standing out, controlling the midfield and dictating the pace of the game.

Mexico make several changes in the second half, bringing on Luis Romo, Erick Sanchez, Hirving Lozano, German Berterame, and Julian Quinones. They replace Diego Lainez, Orbelin Pineda, Marcel Ruiz, Santiago Gimenez, and Alexis Vega.

Colombia also rotate, introducing Jaminton Campaz, Johan Carbonero, Rafael Borre, and Juan Fernando Quintero in place of Kevin Serna, Luis Diaz, Luis Suarez, and James Rodriguez.

Colombia score their third goal from a free kick won by Luis Diaz and taken brilliantly by James Rodriguez. The cross finds Jefferson Lerma, who unleashes a powerful right-footed strike into the net!

Jorge Sanchez receives a yellow card for a strong challenge on Luis Diaz.

After scoring, Colombia gain confidence and ramp up their pressure, looking for a third goal. Mexico had been expected to respond, but the visitors have already created two additional chances of their own.

A brilliant through ball from James Rodriguez finds Luis Diaz one-on-one with Luis Malagon, and Diaz calmly slots it past the goalkeeper. Colombia extend their lead!

Mexico are pressing as a compact unit, positioning themselves deep in Colombia’s half and limiting the visitors’ chances to build plays. Another goal could come at any moment, either from Mexico’s persistence or a counterattack catching Colombia out of position.

In the opening minutes of the second half, Alexis Vega makes a brilliant run down the left and delivers a cross into the middle of the box. Orbelin Pineda connects with a three-touch shot, but David Ospina makes a fine save to keep Colombia in the lead.

The second half is underway at AT&T Stadium! Mexico and Colombia return to the field, ready to battle for control and look for goals as the friendly continues.

The first half comes to an end at AT&T Stadium. Colombia lead 1-0 thanks to Jhon Lucumi’s early goal, while Mexico pushed for chances but have yet to find an equalizer. Both teams will look to adjust during the break.

Mexico take what appears to be the final chance of the first half, as Alexis Vega delivers a cross into the box from a corner, but no Mexican player is able to connect with it.

Four minutes of stoppage time have been added to the first half, mainly due to the high number of fouls in the match. Both teams have slowed the pace as the first half comes to a close.

The match has seen a total of 10 free kicks so far, with Colombia committing 8 fouls and Mexico 2.

Mexico continue to push for an equalizer, earning two free kicks that have so far been wasted. The subsequent plays have been more dangerous but still fail to produce a clear chance. Alexis Vega, alongside Santiago Gimenez, remains Mexico’s most threatening player.

The free kick opportunity goes to waste as James Rodriguez fires directly over the crossbar, missing the chance to trouble Mexico’s defense.

Colombia earn a free kick near Mexico’s box after Marcel Ruiz commits a strong foul on James Rodriguez. Rodriguez hits the ground awkwardly but appears uninjured and quickly gets back on his feet.

Mexico earn a free kick thanks to their high press. Alexis Vega takes the initial shot, which is blocked by the Colombian wall. The rebound falls back to Vega, who fires a powerful strike at Willer Ditta. Ditta goes down after the impact but quickly recovers.

Mexico are pressing higher up the field in search of an equalizer. They are better positioned in the attacking half, but so far they haven’t created any clear-cut chances.

James Rodriguez delivers a sublime free kick into the box, and Jhon Lucumi rises perfectly in the center of the area to connect and score. Colombia takes the lead!

Santiago Gimenez gets Mexico’s first real scoring opportunity, going one-on-one against Jhon Lucumi and nearly finding the net. His shot rolls just wide, but it’s a clear warning from the Mexican striker.

A well-built play from the back by Colombia ends at the feet of James Rodriguez, who cuts inside and fires toward the top left corner. His shot had power and intent, but it sails just over the crossbar.

Despite Mexico’s first opportunity, Colombia have settled quickly and taken control of the match in the opening minutes. The visitors are pressing high and playing close to the opposing box, showing confidence and composure on the ball.

Mexico create the first dangerous play of the match in the opening minute with a free kick taken by Alexis Vega, but his effort fails to find a target and the chance goes to waste.

The game is underway at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas! Both Mexico and Colombia are on the field, ready to battle in this high-profile international friendly.

The teams are on the field singing their respective national anthems. Mexico and Colombia stand united in front of their fans as the stadium fills with energy and anticipation for the kickoff.

The match between Mexico and Colombia has already sold over 60,000 tickets for the Dallas Cowboys’ stadium, where the friendly will take place this Saturday night, according to a source from Soccer United Marketing, the company organizing the game.

With this strong turnout, it’s likely that the Mexican Tricolor could surpass its average attendance of 67,628 fans across its previous 15 matches with paid tickets.

Here's Mexico's lineup for the international friendly against Colombia!

Here's Colombia's starting eleven for international friendly against Mexico!

James Rodriguez will start for Colombia against Mexico at AT&T Stadium, as head coach Néstor Lorenzo confirmed the captain’s presence along with Bayern Munich forward Luis Diaz in the starting lineup.

During the pre-match press conference ahead of Mexico vs Colombia, head coach Nestor Lorenzo confirmed that winger Luis Diaz will start after showing strong form with Bayern Munich.

Ismail Elfath will be the referee for the match, supported by fellow Americans Corey Parker as assistant referee one and Kyle Atkins as assistant referee two, while the fourth official will be Rubiel Vazquez, also from the USA.

Mexico vs Colombia will get underway at 9:00 PM ET (PT: 6:00 PM)

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Mexico face Colombia in Arlington, Texas, this Saturday, October 11, with history and World Cup preparation on the line. Colombia enters with recent dominance over Mexico, while the hosts look to assert themselves against a familiar rival.

Stay with us for key information, fun facts, and minute-by-minute updates as Mexico and Colombia battle it out in Arlington this Saturday!