Colombia vs France: Friendly Match Update

By Vikram Nair / 30.03.2026

In a significant friendly match held at Durban’s Kings Park Stadium, France defeated Colombia 3-1, impacting both teams as they approach the final two game weeks of their schedule.

The match saw Doué open the scoring for France in the 29th minute, followed by a second goal from Thurman just before halftime. Doué then completed his brace with another goal in the 56th minute, solidifying France’s lead.

Colombia managed to find the net with a goal from Jaminton Campaz, but it was not enough to change the outcome of the match. Both teams entered this game with two wins each, making the stakes higher as they continue to compete in the lead-up to the 2026 schedule.

Notably, Camavinga entered the pitch in the 64th minute, while star player Mbappé joined the match later in the 78th minute. Tchouameni did not participate in this match.

This friendly match is part of the preparations for the upcoming 2026 events, with both teams looking to refine their strategies and line-ups. The final score of 3-1 reflects France’s current form and their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities.

As the teams move forward, they will be looking to build on their performances in this match. The implications of this game could influence their standings and strategies in the upcoming fixtures.

Details remain unconfirmed regarding any further developments or changes in team line-ups as they prepare for future matches.