The Colombia National Team stands on the brink of a pivotal moment as it faces Peru. Securing a victory is crucial for consolidating their position among the top six in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. However, head coach Nestor Lorenzo made a surprising decision by leaving Liverpool’s star, Luis Díaz, out of the starting lineup, which has stirred discussion among fans.

Despite his absence puzzled many, it is not a tactical choice as Luis is absent due to an accumulation of yellow cards, including one from the 2-2 draw against Paraguay. The real surprise came when manager Nestor Lorenzo left young talent Yaser Asprilla out of the lineup for tactical reasons, instead giving a key opportunity to Real Betis striker Juan Camilo Hernandez against Peru.

Juan Camilo seizes his opportunities

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