Colombia vs France prediction 29.03.2026 | Friendly International

Colombia arrived at this international fresh off the high of securing a World Cup spot for their seventh time and a welcome return after missing out in 2022.

Néstor Lorenzo’s side qualifying campaign had some real fireworks too, including a 6-3 demolition of Venezuela where Suárez stole the show with a hat-trick. Since then, Los Cafeteros have had a mixed run in friendlies since the qualification campaign to an end, winning three, drawing one, and suffering a recent 2-1 defeat to Croatia that ended a nine-game unbeaten streak.

Lorenzo will be looking for his side to respond against a strong opponent. Expect James Rodríguez to anchor the midfield, while Luis Díaz, who’s scored 15 goals in the Bundesliga this season will be the man to watch in the final third.

France meanwhile enjoyed unbeaten World Cup qualifying campaign that saw them top Group D, finishing six points clear of Ukraine.

Didier Deschamps’ side continued that momentum in a recent 2-1 friendly win over Brazil, even after Dayot Upamecano was sent off early in the second half. Maxence Lacroix made the most of that opportunity, impressing enough that he could start against Colombia.

Kylian Mbappé's first half strike last time out means the Real Madrid man is now only one shy of becoming France’s all-time top scorer.

Deschamps has a nice problem with young talent pushing for spots. Rayan Cherki, Désiré Doué, and Eduardo Camavinga are all pressing for starts, which gives the team a mix of creativity and energy.