Argentina vs Colombia Highlights: FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers
Final Score: Argentina 1-1 Colombia
Venue: Estadio Monumental, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Date: June 11, 2025
Match Summary:
Colombia took the lead in the 24th minute, capitalizing on early pressure. Argentina had a goal disallowed in the 30th minute, and things got worse in the 71st when Enzo Fernández received a red card, reducing Argentina to 10 men. Despite being a man down, Argentina found hope when Thiago Almada scored the equalizer in the 81st minute with a stunning left-footed strike.
Key Moments:
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24’: Goal – Colombia leads 1-0
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30’: Argentina’s goal disallowed
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71’: Enzo Fernández sent off (red card)
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81’: Thiago Almada scores equalizer – 1-1
Notable Stats:
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Argentina extends its home unbeaten streak to five matches
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Lionel Messi was subbed off in the 78th minute after a heated second half
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Luis Díaz came close to sealing it for Colombia in the 86th with a header off the post
Conclusion:
Despite being down to 10 men, Argentina held strong and secured a crucial point, thanks to Thiago Almada’s late equalizer. Colombia, on the other hand, missed a golden chance to grab all three points.
