2026 World Cup squads feature Colombia's Quintero and naturalized Mexico striker Quiñones

Juan Fernando Quintero entered as a substitute for Colombia in a 2026 World Cup match, marking his third tournament appearance after previously playing in 2014 and 2018. Selected on June 3, 2026, the 33‑year‑old currently plays for Argentine club River Plate and is valued at €1.8 million. The tournament, co‑hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, expands to 48 teams.

Born in Colombia, Julián Quiñones became a naturalized Mexican citizen in October 2023 after a decade of playing in Liga MX. He earned a spot on Mexico’s World Cup roster thanks to a 33‑goal season in the Saudi Pro League that won him the Golden Boot. Under FIFA eligibility rules, his residency and lack of a senior competitive appearance for Colombia qualified him to switch allegiance, and he chose Mexico over a potential call‑up from his birth nation.