Has Jefferson Lerma played in a World Cup before?

Colombia has appeared in 7 World Cups. Check the Career tab for Jefferson Lerma's full international history.

What position does Jefferson Lerma play?

Jefferson Lerma plays as a midfielder for Colombia at the 2026 World Cup.

Which group is Colombia in at the 2026 World Cup?

Colombia are in Group K at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, alongside Portugal, Uzbekistan, DR Congo.

When does Colombia play at the World Cup?

Colombia's first match is on 2026-06-17 against Uzbekistan at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City.

How old is Jefferson Lerma?

Jefferson Lerma is 31 years old.

Jefferson Lerma – Colombia | World Cup 2026 Player Profile

Jefferson Lerma

Jefferson Andrés Lerma Solís

Date of BirthOctober 25, 1994 (age 31)

Place of BirthCerrito, Colombia

Height / Weight179 / 70

PositionMidfielder

Current ClubCrystal Palace

Career

Appearances

Career

Goals

2025-26 Season

Competition	MP	Gls	Ast
World Cup - Qualification South America	14	0	0
Friendlies	3	0	1
World Cup	2	0	0
Community Shield	1	0	0
League Cup	3	0	2
Premier League	31	0	2
UEFA Europa Conference League	12	0	0
FA Cup	5	0	0
Copa America	5	2	0
All Competitions	76	2	5

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World Cup 2026

Group K →

#	Team	P	W	D	L	GD	Pts
1	Colombia	2	2	0	0	3	6
2	Portugal	2	1	1	0	5	4
3	DR Congo	2	0	1	1	-1	1
4	Uzbekistan	2	0	0	2	-7	0

2026-06-17Uzbekistan vs ColombiaEstadio Azteca, Mexico City→2026-06-23Colombia vs DR CongoEstadio Akron, Guadalajara→2026-06-27Colombia vs PortugalHard Rock Stadium, Miami→

2026 tournament outlook

Jefferson Lerma will represent Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Colombia have been drawn in Group K alongside Portugal, Uzbekistan, DR Congo. Their campaign begins on 2026-06-17 against Uzbekistan at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City. As a midfielder, Lerma will be looking to make an impact on the biggest stage in world football. Colombia's best World Cup finish is Quarterfinals (2014). They'll be aiming to go further in 2026.

Colombia at the 2026 World Cup

Jefferson Lerma is part of the Colombia squad for the 2026 World Cup, managed by Néstor Lorenzo, alongside K. Mier, Y. Mosquera, L. Díaz, and R. Borré among the key players.

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