France Beat Colombia 3-1 in Friendly as Doué Scores Brace

Match Overview

France secured a 3-1 win over Colombia in a 2026 friendly, with Doué scoring twice, Thuram adding another goal, and Deschamps fielding a reserve side.

Key Performances

Doué opened the scoring in the 30th minute with a long-range effort deflected past the goalkeeper, then completed his brace in the 56th minute after an assist from Thuram. Thuram headed home in the 41st minute from a cross by Akliouche, marking his first national team goal since 2023.

Lineups and Tactics

Colombia lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation with Montero in goal; Muñoz, Sánchez, Cabal, Mojica formed the back four, while Ríos and Lerma operated in midfield. France used a similar 4-2-3-1 shape, with Samba between the posts; Kalulu, Lacroix, Hernandez, Digne defended, and Zaire-Emery and Kanté anchored midfield.

• Goals: Doué (30'), Thuram (41'), Doué (56'), Campaz (77')
• Bookings: Thuram (F), Doué (F), Puerta (C), Camavinga (F)
• Substitutions: Machada, Puerta, Gómez, Quintero, Campaz for Colombia; Camavinga, Kolo Muani, Olise, Ekitike, Mbappé for France

A crucial test for both teams: the French come out on top