Rodriguez in Colombia World Cup squad after illness
James Rodriguez has been included in Colombia's World Cup squad after recovering from an illness. The midfielder, who has had a challenging season with Minnesota United, will join fellow player Luis Diaz in the 26-player group. Colombia aims to make an impact in the tournament after missing the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
- ▪James Rodriguez has started in only two of Minnesota United's 15 Major League Soccer matches this season.
- ▪Rodriguez was hospitalized in March due to severe dehydration after a match against France.
- ▪Colombia will face Uzbekistan, DR Congo, and Portugal in their World Cup group matches.
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