Colombia Thrash Mexico 4–0 in Texas Friendly
Luis Diaz Celebrating Goal. (Photo by: @fcfseleccioncol)
A Rough Night for El Tri at AT&T Stadium
Colombia produced a stunning display on Saturday night, October 11, 2025, defeating Mexico 4–0 in an international friendly at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. What was expected to be a competitive test quickly turned into a one-sided showcase of Colombian skill, structure, and finishing power.
James Rodriguez Crowning Luis Diaz. (Photo By: Fcfseleccioncol)
First Half: Early Control from Colombia
From the opening whistle, Colombia looked sharper and more confident on the ball. Their pressure paid off in the 17th minute when Jhon Lucumí opened the scoring. The defender pounced on a loose ball inside the box after a dangerous free kick from James Rodríguez, giving Colombia a 1–0 lead.
Mexico tried to find a rhythm through Marcel Ruiz and Eric Lira in midfield, but their buildup lacked creativity and end product. Their best look came from Santiago Giménez, who sent a shot just wide of the post before halftime. Colombia entered the break in full control, up 1–0.
Second Half: Colombia Run Away With It
Colombia’s dominance only grew after the interval. In the 56th minute, Luis Díaz doubled the lead with a composed finish, racing onto a through ball from Rodríguez and chipping the goalkeeper.
Just ten minutes later, the South Americans struck again. A set piece caused chaos in Mexico’s box, and Jefferson Lermareacted quickest to smash home Colombia’s third. By then, the energy had drained from the Mexican side and the stadium began to quiet.
In the closing minutes, Johan Carbonero added a fourth goal on a lightning-fast counterattack, slipping the ball under goalkeeper Luis Malagón to complete Colombia’s emphatic 4–0 victory.
James Rodriguez (Photo By: Fcfseleccioncol)
Key Performers
James Rodríguez was at the heart of nearly every Colombian attack, dictating the tempo and delivering two assists.
Luis Díaz was a constant threat down the left wing, combining flair with precise finishing.
Jefferson Lerma and Mateus Uribe dominated the midfield battle, limiting Mexico’s chances to move forward.
For Mexico, Santiago Giménez worked hard but was isolated up front, while defensive errors and hesitant goalkeeping cost them dearly.
What’s Next for Both Teams
Colombia will leave Texas full of confidence as they continue preparations for their next round of World Cup qualifiers. Their balance between flair and discipline was a reminder of why they’re becoming one of South America’s most consistent teams.
For Mexico, this was a wake-up call. Defensive lapses, lack of creativity in attack, and poor transitions continue to haunt the team. With the 2026 World Cup approaching — which they will co-host — El Tri must quickly regroup and rediscover their rhythm before facing tougher competition.