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Juan Fernando Quintero Retires from Colombia National Team After 2026 World Cup

Juan Fernando Quintero announced his retirement from the Colombia national football team following the 2026 World Cup.

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Juan Fernando Quintero confirmed on Wednesday that he has retired from the Colombia national football team after the 2026 World Cup. [1] Juan Fernando Quintero officially announced his retirement from the Colombian national football team on 2026-07-15 following the team's elimination by Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup. [2] Juan Fernando Quintero played 53 matches for the Colombia national team, scoring six goals and providing 12 assists during his career. [3] Quintero stated that he decided to step aside to give opportunities to other players after seeing the suffering of his teammates. [4] Juan Fernando Quintero played in 53 official matches for the Colombian national team, starting in 20 of those games. [5] Juan Fernando Quintero stated that he is stepping aside to allow space for new generations of players and to complete his cycle with the national side. [6] Quintero announced his retirement after the Colombia national team was eliminated in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup in North America by Switzerland. [7] Quintero stated that his decision was driven by personal reflection and a desire to create opportunities for younger players following the frustration of the World Cup elimination. [8] Argentine journalist Toti Pasman appeared on the program De Fútbol Se Habla Así on DSports Argentina to criticize Colombian footballer Juanfer Quintero. [9] Juan Fernando Quintero appeared on Win Sports to discuss his departure from River Plate and his differences with former coach Eduardo Coudet. [10] Quintero stated that he was simply trying to be sincere about his experience and that time has given him the right perspective regarding his time at the club. [11] Toti Pasman stated that Juanfer Quintero believes he is more important than River Plate and that the player does not serve the club anymore. [12]
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  1. Juan Fernando Quintero confirmed on Wednesday that he has retired from the Colombia national football team after the 2026 World Cup. · El Espectador
  2. Juan Fernando Quintero officially announced his retirement from the Colombian national football team on 2026-07-15 following the team's elimination by Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup. · Minuto30
  3. Juan Fernando Quintero played 53 matches for the Colombia national team, scoring six goals and providing 12 assists during his career. · El Espectador
  4. Quintero stated that he decided to step aside to give opportunities to other players after seeing the suffering of his teammates. · El Espectador
  5. Juan Fernando Quintero played in 53 official matches for the Colombian national team, starting in 20 of those games. · Minuto30
  6. Juan Fernando Quintero stated that he is stepping aside to allow space for new generations of players and to complete his cycle with the national side. · Minuto30
  7. Quintero announced his retirement after the Colombia national team was eliminated in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup in North America by Switzerland. · El Colombiano
  8. Quintero stated that his decision was driven by personal reflection and a desire to create opportunities for younger players following the frustration of the World Cup elimination. · El Colombiano
  9. Argentine journalist Toti Pasman appeared on the program De Fútbol Se Habla Así on DSports Argentina to criticize Colombian footballer Juanfer Quintero. · El Tiempo
  10. Juan Fernando Quintero appeared on Win Sports to discuss his departure from River Plate and his differences with former coach Eduardo Coudet. · El Tiempo
  11. Quintero stated that he was simply trying to be sincere about his experience and that time has given him the right perspective regarding his time at the club. · El Tiempo
  12. Toti Pasman stated that Juanfer Quintero believes he is more important than River Plate and that the player does not serve the club anymore. · El Tiempo
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