Official Injury: Lorenzo Loses His First Piece for the 2026 World Cup
The Colombian National Team receives an unexpected blow on their way to the World Cup. Defender Cristian Borja, who has been called up in the process led by Néstor Lorenzo, is out of competition after suffering an injury that affects his right knee.
TL;DR
- Cristian Borja, a defender called up for the Colombian National Team, suffered a right knee injury.
- The injury occurred during a match when an opponent's weight caused a lever effect on Borja's knee.
- Club América confirmed Borja has a medial collateral ligament injury in his right knee.
- Borja's absence limits Néstor Lorenzo's options for future call-ups and the World Cup process.