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Colombia Extends Coach Néstor Lorenzo After World Cup

7/24/2026

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Colombia's federation confirmed coach Néstor Lorenzo will stay after an undisclosed contract extension.
Lorenzo, hired in 2022 on a four-year deal, has recorded 31 wins, 12 draws and eight losses.
He led Colombia to top its group with wins over Uzbekistan (3-1) and Congo DR (1-0) and a draw with Portugal.
Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 in the round of 32 and then lost to Switzerland on penalties after extra time.

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Colombia's federation confirmed coach Néstor Lorenzo will stay after an undisclosed contract extension.
Lorenzo, hired in 2022 on a four-year deal, has recorded 31 wins, 12 draws and eight losses.
He led Colombia to top its group with wins over Uzbekistan (3-1) and Congo DR (1-0) and a draw with Portugal.
Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 in the round of 32 and then lost to Switzerland on penalties after extra time.