Colombia began their 2026 FIFA World Cup CONMEBOL qualification campaign in emphatic fashion, defeating Bolivia 3-0 at home on September 5, 2025. Los Cafeteros produced a fluid attacking performance to secure a vital three points and set a positive tone for their lengthy qualification journey. Colombia dominated possession from the outset and broke the deadlock midway through the first half with a well-worked team goal. They doubled their lead before halftime and added a third in the second period to put the result beyond any doubt, with Bolivia offering little in response. The victory immediately places Colombia in the upper echelons of the notoriously difficult South American qualification table. Manager Néstor Lorenzo expressed satisfaction with his team's intensity, while Bolivia's coach acknowledged the need for improvement ahead of their next fixture.