Quintero hails James Rodríguez’s role for Colombia: “He made history” | OneFootball

After appearing in the 2014 and 2018 editions, former Porto player Juan Fernando Quintero is now returning to a World Cup and did not hold back in his praise for captain and friend James Rodríguez, also a former FC Porto player.

“James is an incredibly important player in the history of our football. Personally, I like him a lot; he has been my friend since we were 11 years old. He is someone I love and admire, and with whom I have shared many experiences in football,” recalled the 33-year-old midfielder, who currently plays for River Plate.

Quintero also argued that the captain of the Colombian national team is ready to shine again at the World Cup, a competition in which Portugal will be one of the South Americans’ opponents in Group K — before that, Colombia will open their campaign against Uzbekistan on Wednesday.

“He is someone who made history and who is back at a World Cup. He loves his country and his shirt and, for us, it is a privilege to be able to count on him. Personally, I spend a lot of time with him, and it is very special because we have memories from our childhood,” he concluded.

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