2014 WORLD CUP: FALCAO IN THE PRE-LIST OF COLOMBIA, OPPONENT OF IVORY COAST

Radamel Falcao’s inclusion in Colombia’s pre-list for the 2014 World Cup is indeed a bold move by the coach, considering his recent injury. The Monaco striker’s recovery from a cruciate ligament rupture in January has been closely watched by football fans worldwide. The final decision on his participation will depend on his fitness level closer to the tournament.

Colombia’s pre-list features a mix of experienced players and rising talents across all positions. With the list set to be trimmed down to 23 names by June 2, the fate of Falcao’s inclusion remains uncertain. Should he prove his readiness, his presence could significantly boost Colombia’s attacking prowess.

Here’s the full pre-list announced by the Colombia coach:

Goalkeepers:

1. David Ospina (Nice)
2. Faryd Mondragón (Deportivo Cali)
3. Camilo Vargas (Santa Fe)

Defenders:

1. Mario Yepes (Atalanta)
2. Aquivaldo Mosquera (América de México)
3. Cristian Zapata (Milan)
4. Carlos Valdes (San Lorenzo)
5. Amaranto Perea (Cruz Azul)
6. Eder Álvarez Balanta (River Plate)
7. Santiago Arias (PSV Eindhoven)
8. Camilo Zúñiga (Napoli)
9. Pablo Armero (West Ham)

Midfielders:

1. Carlos Sánchez (Elche)
2. Fredy Guarín (Inter)
3. Abel Aguilar (Toulouse)
4. Aldo Leao Ramirez (Morelia)
5. Juan Fernando Quintero (Porto)
6. Víctor Ibarbo (Cagliari)
7. Edwin Valencia (Fluminense)
8. Alexander Mejía (Nacional)
9. James Rodríguez (Monaco)
10. Macnelly Torres (Al Shabab)
11. Juan Guillermo Cuadrado (Fiorentina)

Forwards:

1. Luis Fernando Muriel (Udinese)
2. Teófilo Gutiérrez (River Plate)
3. Falcao García (Monaco)
4. Carlos Bacca (Sevilla)
5. Adrián Ramos (Hertha Berlín)
6. Jackson Martínez (Porto)

Colombian fans will be eagerly awaiting updates on Falcao’s condition as the World Cup draws closer.