Colombia’s most-capped national team players and the current leaders
This overview highlights the players who have most frequently worn the national jersey for Colombia. Some veterans remain active, while others have already left a lasting mark on the shirt and its history. The story unfolds through a long-running thread that ties generations together, from the early days of the modern era to the present time.
The Colombian squad secured its place in world football through careful preparation and strong performances under the guidance of coaches such as Reinaldo Rueda, who oversaw the team during the Qatar 2022 cycle, and continued development in the Copa América 2021 held in Brazil. Throughout this evolving process, the list of players with the most appearances has been led by Carlos “El Pibe” Valderrama, a symbol of consistency and leadership who helped define the tri-color legacy for more than a decade.
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David Ospina reached another milestone with a key performance against Uruguay in the Copa América, notching his 112th appearance for the national team. In doing so, he surpassed the long-standing record held by the legendary goalkeeper who drew the nation’s eye for many years and remains a benchmark for courage and reliability in goal.
Meanwhile, Jan Dominquez appears on the list as he helped steady the squad’s defense, reaching 111 caps in the match against Guatemala played in the United States. Radamel Falcao Garcia also joined the centurions club, reaching 100 appearances and closing in on the records set by greats like Leonel Álvarez (101) and Mario Yepes (105).
The following roster reflects the all-time attendance figures for the Colombian men’s national team, with updates through March 24, 2023, and it documents the players who have carried the shirt with pride across many campaigns and qualifiers.
10. LUIS CARLOS PEREA | 78 MATCHES
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9. FREDDY CORNER | 84 MATCHES
8. CARLOS SANCHEZ | 88 MATCHES
7. JAMES RODRIGUEZ | 90 MATCHES
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6. LEONEL ALVAREZ | 101 MATCHES
5. MARIO YEPES | 102 MATCHES
4. RADAMEL FALCAO | 103 MATCHES
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3. CARLOS VALDERRAMA | 111 MATCHES
2. JUAN GUILLE COMCAURO | 112 MATCHES
1. DAVID OSPINA | 127 MATCHES
Source: Goal