Colombia opens the summer with a 3-1 victory over Costa Rica and there were plenty of positives to take away from the performance.
In this episode of Battered Cafeteros, Daniel, Jorge and Xavier break down Colombia’s latest friendly victory, including another outstanding performance from Luis Díaz, who continues to show why he is Colombia’s most important player heading into the World Cup.
We discuss:
Colombia’s biggest positives from the win
Luis Díaz continuing his incredible form
Key moments and turning points in the match
Players who failed to impress
Who helped their World Cup stock and who hurt it
What this performance tells us about Colombia’s chances this summer
The result was good, but was the performance good enough? Join us live as we break it all down and hear your thoughts in the chat.
Vamos Colombia!
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What is Battered Cafeteros: Selecciòn Colombia Podcast?
Battered Cafeteros is the home for Colombian Football in English.
Hosted by Daniel and Jorge, two passionate Colombian fans, this show covers everything about La Selección Colombia — from match reactions and roster debates to World Cup talk and everything in between.
But we don’t stop there…
We also follow Colombian players around the world, breaking down how they’re performing week-to-week in leagues across Europe, South America, and beyond.
Expect:
National team reactions, previews, and debates
Player performances (Luis Díaz, James Rodríguez, and more)
Roster decisions, snubs, and controversy
Colombians abroad — who’s thriving and who’s struggling
A bilingual vibe — mostly English with some Colombian Spanish for flavor
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just getting into Colombian football, this is your place to stay informed, entertained, and connected.
Porque ser fanático de Colombia… no es fácil. It’s battered.