Mexico vs Colombia Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | International Friendly 2026
Los Cafeteros dominated proceedings when these sides last met.
The Mexico national football team will now go head-to-head against the Colombia national football team in what is going to be an international friendly outing. This will be an interesting outing, taking place at the M&T Bank Stadium.
El Tri had a fantastic campaign at the FIFA World Cup 2026, until they met England in the round of 16. They secured consecutive clean sheets in their first four matches and then faced a 2-3 defeat to get eliminated. The Mexico national football team can attack well and are well organised in defence too.
They have seen a managerial change, and it is time for a new era. Rafael Márquez is all set to lead the side. It will be interesting to see the tactics deployed by him.
The Colombia national football team also showed some good performances at the World Cup. They were also knocked out in the round of 16, losing to Switzerland. The upcoming international friendly is going to be a new challenge for them.
Los Cafeteros are now starting their build-up towards the Copa America. Nestor Lorenzo is once again ready to lead the side. It will be interesting to see his approach against Mexico, being away from home.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
- Stadium: M&T Bank Stadium
- Date: Sunday, September 27
- Kick-off Time: 06:30 AM IST/ 01:00 AM GMT (Saturday, Sept 26; 09:00 pm ET/ 06:00 pm PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Mexico: W-W-W-W-L
Colombia: W-W-D-W-L
Players to Watch
German Berterame (Mexico)
After not being involved in the FIFA World Cup 2026, German Berterame is now back to represent the Mexican national football team. He is going to be one of the main men in the final third for the side. The Inter Miami forward has been in decent form.
He will be looking to step up his game to deliver a top performance for his nation.
Jhon Arias (Colombia)
The 29-year-old can be deployed in multiple positions in midfield, making him a crucial asset for the Colombia national football team. In 43 appearances for the country, he has scored seven goals and will now be looking to add more to his tally. Jhon Arias will be eager to trouble Mexico’s defence with his fast pace on the wings.
Match Facts
- Mexico have secured four clean sheets in their last five matches.
- Colombia have only managed one win in their last three games.
- Los Cafeteros are on a three-match winning run against El Tri.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Mexico to win
- German Berterame to score
- Goals over 3.5
Injury and Team News
All of the squad members for both Mexico and Colombia are fit to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 23
Mexico (wins): 6
Colombia (wins): 10
Draws: 7
Predicted Lineups
Mexico predicted XI (4-3-3)
Rangel (GK); Sanchez, Reyes, Montes, Chavez; Vargas, Lira, Mora; Alvarado, Berterame, Lozano
Colombia predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Montero (GK); Munoz, Lucumi, Andrade, Angulo; Puerta, Rios; Gomez, Arias, Perea; Suarez
Match Prediction
At home, Mexico are going to have a slight advantage. Colombia might be the visiting side, but will be looking to come up with a strong fight.
El Tri are likely to come out on top and secure a win against Los Cafeteros.
Prediction: Mexico 3-2 Colombia
Telecast Details
Mexico: Canal 5 Televisa, TUDN, Azteca 7, TUDN En Vivo, Azteca Deportes En Vivo, Claro Sports
Colombia: Caracol TV, RCN Television, Deportes RCN En Vivo, Caracol Play, ditu
USA: TUDN USA, Univision, TUDN.com, Univision NOW, TUDN App, ViX
When and where is Mexico vs Colombia international friendly?
M&T Bank Stadium will witness this clash on September 27 (IST).
Where and how to watch Mexico vs Colombia international friendly in USA?
TUDN USA, Univision, TUDN.com, Univision NOW, TUDN App, ViX.
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