Colombia coach Lorenzo warns against underestimating Uzbekistan after World Cup upsets
Lorenzo said Colombia must avoid complacency as Uzbekistan make their World Cup debut, with more than 65,000 fans expected at the Azteca.
- On Tuesday, Colombia coach Nestor Lorenzo warned his squad against complacency ahead of Wednesday's match against Uzbekistan at the Azteca stadium. The World Cup's opening week showed there are no easy opponents.
- Returning to the World Cup after an eight-year absence, Colombia enters as favorites but Lorenzo cautioned against underestimating Uzbekistan. He noted, "Uzbekistan have had very good results against good teams, they have a great coach and four or five players of real quality."
- Led by Bayern Munich forward Luis Diaz and captain James Rodriguez, the squad enters with momentum. Lorenzo said Rodriguez, improving physically, "gives clarity to the game and decides important moments."
- More than 65,000 supporters are expected at the Azteca, where yellow shirts have become common around Mexico City. Luis Suarez said the travelling support makes the team feel "like we are playing at home."
- Dismissing intensity concerns, Lorenzo pointed to recent matches against Croatia and France. He told reporters, "This first matchday shows there are no favourites anywhere," emphasizing Colombia's responsibility to compete at this level.
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