Colombia confirms Néstor Lorenzo will remain as national team coach after World Cup exit

The Colombian Football Federation (FCF) presented a unanimous proposal to keep Argentine coach Néstor Lorenzo in charge of the national team despite the squad’s round‑of‑16 elimination at the 2026 World Cup by Switzerland on penalties. Sources close to the federation say the executive committee’s recommendation is pending formal approval, but the expectation is that Lorenzo’s tenure will continue beyond the expiry of his contract at the end of July 2026. Lorenzo, who guided Colombia to a Copa América 2024 runner‑up finish, secured direct qualification for the World Cup and achieved a 51‑match record with a 68 % win rate. While some debate potential replacements such as Zlatko Dalic, Marcelo Gallardo or Juan Carlos Osorio, the FCF appears inclined toward continuity to prepare for Copa América 2028 and the 2030 World Cup cycle. The squad has begun a staggered return to Bogotá, and discussions about player retirements and fan disappointment have also surfaced following the tournament exit.