These two nations have met only once since the Gold Cup in 2000, with Colombia prevailing 1-0 in a friendly almost exactly 11 years ago to the day, also played at Red Bull Arena in Harrison.
Colombia vs Canada preview
After sending out a serious statement of intent on Saturday night, can Colombia continue their winning streak? At the weekend, los Cafeteros crushed Mexico 4-0 in Arlington, with Jhon Lucumí, Luis Díaz, Jefferson Lerma and then Johan Carbonero all on target during a dominant display in the lone star state. That made it three victories on the spin for Néstor Lorenzo's side, having concluded World Cup qualifying by beating Bolivia 3-0 in Barranquilla and then Venezuela 6-3 on the road, with Luis Suárez, not that one, bagging four in Maturín.
Despite having failed to qualify for the 2022 edition, big things are expected of los Cafeteros at next summer's World Cup. Little over a year ago, la Sele reached a first Copa América Final since 2001, only beaten by world champions Argentina after extra time. So now, as they travel north to New Jersey, having beaten one co-host in Texas, can they defeat another at Sports Illustrated Stadium?
As for Canada, they suffered a disappointing friendly defeat at the hands of Australia on Friday night, the only goal of the game in Montréal, coming 20 minutes from time, needs to be seen to be believed. In an attempt to describe it, Nestory Irankunda rather tackles the ball into Maxime Crépeau's net.
Before this, Jesse Marsch's side had enjoyed a very encouraging September double-header, enjoying two victories in Europe, beating both Romania 3-0 in București and then Wales 1-0 in Swansea; Derek Cornelius scoring a stunning free-kick in the latter. Les Rouges will also face Ecuador and Venezuela in the next international window, as Marsch continues to aim to build cohesion, chemistry and confidence ahead of their World Cup opener in Toronto on 12 June. In this friendly in New Jersey, in front of a very pro-Colombian crowd, los Cafeteros have to be favourites.
Colombia vs Canada head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 3.
- Colombia Wins: 2. Draws: Zero. Canada Wins: 1.
Colombia team news
Néstor Lorenzo's side is generally very settled right now. In the absence of Camilo Vargas, Colombia's most-capped player of all-time David Ospina started in goal against Mexico, set to do so again here.
Elsewhere, Davinson Sánchez could return to defence, after Willer Ditta earned just his second cap in Arlington, while Crystal Palace duo Daniel Muñoz and Jefferson Lerma will start once more.
In attack, Luis Suárez had never scored for his country before bagging four in Venezuela, so could once again get the nod over Cucho Hernández and Rafael Santos Borré.
Colombia predicted lineup vs Canada: (4-2-3-1): Opina; Muñoz, Sánchez, Lucumí, Mojica; Ríos, Lerma, Serna, Rodríguez, Luis Díaz; Suárez.
Colombia player to watch vs Canada
Luis Díaz may be Colombia's best player these days, but it is still all about James Rodríguez, who needs six more goals to equal Radamel Falcao's all-time record, so can he close that gap?
Canada team news
Jesse Marsch is without key defenders Alphonso Davies, Alistair Johnston and Moïse Bombito due to injury, meaning three quarters of his first-choice backline are absent.
As a result, Niko Sigur will continue to deputise at right-back, while after Maxime Crépeau got the nod against Australia, Dayne St. Clair will get the chance to stake a claim in goal this time.
In attack is where Marsch does have options, giving Cyle Larin a start on Friday, but Promise David or Tani Oluwaseyi could come in as the second striker for this one.
Canada predicted lineup vs Colombia: (4-3-3): St. Clair; Sigur, Cornelius, Waterman, Laryea; Saliba, Koné, Buchanan, Ahmed; J David. Larin.
Canada player to watch vs Colombia
Whoever does start up front will do so alongside Canada's all-time leading scorer Jonathan David, who bagged his 37th for the Canucks against Romania at Arena Națională last month, so can he add to his tally at Sports Illustrated Stadium?
Colombia vs Canada prediction
As already noted, we are backing Colombia for victory in New Jersey. Los Cafeteros are very strong at the moment, and are likely to possess too much quality in this friendly: Colombia 2-0 Canada.
Colombia vs Canada FAQs - International Friendly
How to watch Colombia vs Canada in an international friendly on TV channel?
Colombia vs Canada in an international friendly will be available on the following TV channels;
- USA: Fanatiz USA & fuboTV
- Canada: OneSoccer, TSN1 & fuboTV Canada
How to watch Colombia vs Canada in an international friendly on live streaming?
Colombia vs Canada in an international friendly will be available on the following streaming services;
- USA: Fanatiz USA & fuboTV
- Canada: OneSoccer, TSN1 & fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Colombia vs Canada in an international friendly?
Colombia vs Canada takes place on Tuesday 14 October 2025, with kick off at 1:00am (BST), 20:00 (EDT) & 17:00 (PDT).