World Cup Qualifiers: Dramatic Win for Colombia Against Argentina
Tuesday, 10 September 2024, 12:50
World Cup Qualifiers Showcase
In a thrilling match during the world cup qualifiers, James Rodriguez showcased his talents as he scored a crucial penalty that secured a 2-1 victory for Colombia against Argentina.
Game Highlights
- James Rodriguez assisted in the opener and later scored the winning penalty.
- Emiliano Martinez faced a powerful shot from Rodriguez.
- Colombia maintains strong momentum in the world cup qualifiers.
Rodriguez’s Impressive Form
Rodriguez's performance solidified his status as a key player for Los Cafeteros, contributing to 10 goals in the last eight matches:
- vs Paraguay – two assists
- vs Costa Rica – assist
- vs Brazil – brace
- vs Panama – two assists
- vs Uruguay – assist
- vs Argentina – goal, assist
- vs Peru – goal, assist
Career Contrasts
While Rodriguez shines internationally, his club career is less stable. Since leaving Everton in 2021, he has struggled to find consistency:
- Had a brief stint at Al-Rayyan (4 goals in 13 appearances).
- Played for Olympiacos (5 goals in 20 games) but left early.
- Currently at Rayo Vallecano after a challenging time in Brazil.
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