Hard blow for the captain of the Colombian selection. James Rodríguez was hospitalized Monday in Minnesota due to severe dehydration the day after Colombia’s friendly match against France (1-3). According to the Colombian Football Federation (FCF), the 34-year-old player presented symptoms requiring preventive and recovery clinical monitoring. Significant dehydration that his MLS club – Minnesota United – could closely monitor before its possible participation in the 2026 World Cup, scheduled in less than three months as mentioned in the selection press release.
“Fortunately, the current medical report indicates a favorable development and constant improvement. The Colombian national team’s medical staff maintains permanent and coordinated communication with Minnesota United FC to monitor its progress in detail. The FCF wishes James a speedy and favorable recovery” is it written in the official document. Regularly prepared for major events, the star of the South American squad should take his time to return to American pitches.
