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Colombia's World Cup Training Session Suspended by Storm in Guadalajara
Colombia's final training session before their World Cup Group K match against Congo was suspended Monday due to a storm in Guadalajara, Mexico. The team completed the session in a gymnasium after practicing for less than 30 minutes outdoors.
Quick Facts
Who
Colombia national football team
What
Training session suspended due to storm
When
Monday, June 23, 2026
Where
Guadalajara, Mexico
- Training session suspended due to storm
- Players relocated to gymnasium
- Second Group K match preparation
- Colombia defeated Uzbekistan 3-1
- Congo drew 1-1 with Portugal
Colombia's final training session before their World Cup match against Congo was halted on Monday due to a severe storm in Guadalajara, Mexico. The Colombian players were practicing at a training center in the city when they were instructed to take shelter after less than 30 minutes of activity. The Colombian Football Federation relocated the players to a gymnasium to complete the remainder of the session.
Congo's preparation took a different schedule, with the team training earlier in the day in the United States before traveling to Guadalajara on Monday. Both teams are preparing for their second Group K match of the tournament.
Colombia enters the match with momentum following a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in their opening game. Congo drew 1-1 with Portugal and Cristiano Ronaldo in their group stage debut. The weather disruption represents a minor setback in Colombia's final preparations for the clash.
Why This Matters
Last-minute training disruptions can affect team rhythm and tactical preparation heading into a crucial World Cup match. While the session was eventually completed indoors, weather-related schedule changes may impact player confidence and coordination, particularly for a team riding high after their 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan. Understanding how teams adapt to such setbacks is relevant for predicting performance in high-stakes matches.