Colombia dominated a friendly against Australia on 19 November, securing a commanding 3–0 victory through goals from Luis Díaz, Jefferson Lerma and James Rodríguez. Operating in a 4–2–3–1 formation, the hosts controlled proceedings with 16 shots and eight on target, generating 1.98 expected goals despite Australia's defensive setup in a 5–4–1 shape. The visitors offered minimal attacking threat, registering just two shots with one on target and managing only 0.11 xG, whilst their goalkeeper maintained a perfect 100 per cent save percentage in a largely one-sided encounter. Colombia's attacking fluency and midfield control proved decisive in what was a comfortable warm-up performance. The gulf in quality suggests Colombia's front three remain a potent force in international football.