James Rodriguez represents Colombia at World Cup 2026 as team captain
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 9:30 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026
James Rodriguez, the captain of Colombia's national soccer team, is set to compete in the 2026 World Cup. Now 34 years old, he has been an influential figure for over a decade, highlighting his career with a standout performance at the 2014 World Cup. Rodriguez was previously with Minnesota United in Major League Soccer before the tournament and has had a storied club career across several top European leagues. His leadership and experience are expected to play a crucial role as Colombia seeks success in the tournament.
- •Rodriguez has 125 appearances and 31 goals for Colombia.
- •He won the Golden Boot at the 2014 World Cup with six goals.
- •Rodriguez moved to Minnesota United in February 2026.
- •Colombia aims for a deep run in the 2026 World Cup.
- 9:30 AMYahoo Sports — Who does James Rodriguez play for? What to know about Colombia soccer star's team at World Cup 2026
"Few players have lit up a World Cup quite like James Rodriguez.
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