Colombian Striker John Duran to Miss Brazil Match in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

Colombian National Team Announces Squad for Upcoming Matches

The Colombian media revealed that Al-Nasr striker John Duran will not participate in Colombia’s match against Brazil on March 20 in the qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup. According to the report, Duran was included in the 26-player squad for the next two matches, but he will not be available for the match against Brazil.

Reason for Absence

Duran was exposed to a yellow card during Colombia’s last two international matches against Ecuador and Uruguay in November, and according to the South American Football Association regulations, he was suspended from playing the next match for his country. This is not the first time Duran has been absent from a match in the current South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.

Duran’s Recent Form

During the South American qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup, Duran scored a goal in Colombia’s 4-0 victory over Chile, and he also provided the decisive pass for a tie in the confrontation against Peru in Lima, which ended in a positive tie with a goal. Before joining his country’s national team camp during the upcoming international stopping period, Duran appeared with a distinguished level with his team, scoring a goal that contributed to winning over eternity (3-1) in the match that was held on Friday evening, March 14, in the 25th round of the Roshen League for the 2024-25 season.

Club Career

The 21-year-old joined Al-Nasr during the 2025 winter transfer window from Aston Villa, and the player managed to score 7 times during 9 games he played with his new team. Duran has 15 international matches accompanied by the Colombian national team, during which he scored two goals, and he presented a decisive pass, knowing that his current market value is 40 million euros, based on the data of the “Transfer Market” website.

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Conclusion

Duran’s absence from the match against Brazil is a significant blow to the Colombian team, which will be looking to capitalize on his goal-scoring ability. However, the team has other talented players who can fill the void, and they will be looking to secure a positive result in the upcoming match.

FAQs

* Why is Duran absent from the match against Brazil?
Duran is suspended from playing the next match for his country due to a yellow card he received during the last two international matches against Ecuador and Uruguay.
* How many goals has Duran scored for Colombia in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers?
Duran has scored one goal in Colombia’s 4-0 victory over Chile.
* What is Duran’s current market value?
Duran’s current market value is 40 million euros, based on the data of the “Transfer Market” website.