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Quintero's Third World Cup: Colombia's Playmaker Returns
24 Jun
Summary
- Juan Fernando Quintero is playing in his third World Cup.
- He scored a goal in his 2014 World Cup debut.
- Quintero rejoined River Plate in July 2025.
Juan Fernando Quintero is making his third appearance at the FIFA World Cup, currently participating in the 2026 tournament as a substitute. His World Cup journey began in Brazil in 2014, where he scored against Ivory Coast. He featured again in 2018 in Russia, providing assists in group stage matches against Japan and Poland.
Quintero's selection for the 2026 World Cup, co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, was confirmed on June 3, 2026. He currently plays for CA River Plate, having rejoined the Argentine club in July 2025 with a contract extending through 2027. His market value is €1.8 million.
The Colombian national team's strategy frequently utilizes the synergy between Quintero and James Rodríguez. Quintero's role as an attacking midfielder and winger offers significant offensive flexibility. His consistent participation in qualifying matches and recent friendlies has kept him in good form and integrated with the team's structure.
