Mexico and Colombia finish tied in Rafael Marquez's coaching debut

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Last updated Sep 28, 2026

Mexico and Colombia finish tied in Rafael Marquez's coaching debut
Summary

Mexico and Colombia ended in a 1-1 draw during an international friendly on September 26, 2026, in Baltimore, Maryland. Colombia scored first with a goal from Luis Javier Suarez, but Mexico equalized with Gilberto Mora's strike in the second half. The match marked the debut of Rafael Marquez as Mexico's head coach, with the team showing a strong performance against a recent rival. Mexico is set to face Peru next in New Jersey, while Colombia will play Paraguay.

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  • •Match took place at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore.
  • •Luis Javier Suarez opened the scoring for Colombia.
  • •Gilberto Mora scored Mexico's equalizer.
  • •Mexico dominated possession but struggled to convert chances.
  • •Next, Mexico will play against Peru, and Colombia will face Paraguay.
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Mexico and Colombia tied 1-1 as they both opened their four year road to the 2030 World Cup.

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