Jhon Arias of Palmeiras called up to Colombia squad, see match dates | OneFootball

The Colombian National Team has announced its squad for the international friendlies in March, and Jhon Arias is included in the list to represent his country in the matches against France and Croatia.

Recently signed by Palmeiras, Arias will meet players with notable stints at Verdão in his national team. Defender Mina and midfielder Richard Ríos, who both stood out during their time at Alviverde.

The Colombian team will face Croatia on March 26 and France on March 29, in friendly matches that are part of the team's preparations for their upcoming international challenges and for the cycle aiming at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Having been called up, Arias's main goal is to make it to the World Cup. This was one of the reasons that motivated the player to join Palmeiras—to be closer to his national team and play at a high level.

For Palmeiras, the number 11 has played eight matches and scored one goal. The goal was scored in the match against Botafogo last Wednesday (18th), at Allianz Parque. Verdão won 2-1.

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