The French national football team defeated the Colombian national team 3-1 in a friendly match held as part of preparations for the 2026 World Cup. The European representative demonstrated a confident game in the match held at the "Northwest Stadium" in Landover, USA.
Idman.Biz reports that the hero of the match was young striker Desire Due. He opened the scoring in the 29th minute and formalized his double in the 56th minute. Marcus Thuram scored the other goal for the French in the 41st minute. Hamilton Campas scored the only response goal for the Colombians in the 77th minute.
Let us remind you that both teams will participate in the World Championship, which will be hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico this summer. While France finished their qualifying group as leaders, Colombia secured their place with a successful performance in the South American zone.
The current world champion title is held by Argentina, who defeated France in the penalty shootout in the 2022 final.