Colombia vs New Zealand Prediction, Lineups, Injuries, and Team News | International Friendly

The international friendly between Colombia and New Zealand presents a classic David vs Goliath contest. Our Colombia vs New Zealand prediction is heavily tilted towards the South American side, given their formidable recent form, including a 4-0 win over Mexico and a draw with Canada. Ranked significantly higher, Colombia has the superior firepower.

The All Whites will treat this as crucial preparation for the World Cup, hoping to stage a solid backline, especially without talisman Chris Wood. An upset is unlikely, but New Zealand will test their resiliency against one of the top-tier opponents. Check the Colombia vs New Zealand prediction.

Colombia vs New Zealand Match Info

Colombia National Football Team News

The team news is highlighted by the availability of key European-based talents, as manager Nestor Lorenzo has included all his most renowned players following their recent victories, as mentioned in the Colombia vs New Zealand preview. Alongside the inventive midfield presence of James Rodriguez, who offers seasoned leadership and playmaking skills, Bayern Munich winger Luis Diaz, whose speed and goal threat will be a focal point, will lead the assault. Check the Colombia vs New Zealand predicted lineups.

Colombia Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)

GK: Camilo Vargas

DF: Daniel Munoz, Davinson Sanchez, Jhon Lucumi, Johan Mojica

MF: Jefferson Lerma, Kevin Castano, James Rodriguez

FW: Jhon Arias, Luis Diaz, Rafael Santos Borre

New Zealand National Football Team News

The absence of Chris Wood, New Zealand's star forward, is the team's biggest news. Even if his Nottingham Forest team has had a challenging start to the season both on and off the pitch, he is still the nation's lucky charm and will be deeply missed. With only four goals in 33 combined appearances this season for striking substitutes Kosta Barbarouses, Ben Waine, and Andre de Jong, scoring will be a problem in his absence.

New Zealand Predicted Lineup (4-5-1):

GK: Crocombe

DF: Bindon, Surman, Boxall, De Vries

MF: Bell, Stamenic, Old, Singh, Garbett

FW: Barbarouses

Colombia vs New Zealand Injuries

For Colombia, Kevin Serna, who was in the last squad, was left out of the current call-up list for this FIFA International Break, though this is a selection decision and not an injury-related exclusion. On the other hand, Chris Wood, Liberato Cacace, and Callum McCowatt are among the few missing. Check Colombia vs New Zealand predicted lineups.

Sportsdunia's Colombia vs New Zealand Prediction

This is the biggest challenge for the All Whites in eight years, according to global rankings. As mentioned in Colombia vs New Zealand preview it should be viewed as a very excellent outcome if they are able to avoid losing to this Colombian team. It seems improbable that they will win without their best goal scorer, and the South American team will probably have too much firepower for the All Whites. But in recent years, New Zealand Football has wanted the All Whites to face opposition of this level.

Colombia vs New Zealand Prediction: Colombia 3-0 New Zealand