Watch: Luis Diaz's Solo Goal Shines In Colombia's Draw Against Argentina
The 28-year-old Diaz dribbled past multiple Argentine defenders finding the back of the net in the 24th minute of the game between the South American sides.
Luis Diaz valiantly dribbled past multiple defenders and scored a stunning goal in the FIFA 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Argentina on Tuesday, June 10. The Columbia left winger scored the first goal for his team in the 24th minute, helping them draw the action-packed contest 1-1 versus the hosts at the Estadio Monumental in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
At his dazzling best, Diaz pierced through the Argentine defence line and produced a memorable kick that ended with the ball jamming into the back of the net. The 28-year-old's brilliant strike gave the Colombians a 1-0 lead, setting them up for a potential victory until Thiago Almada pulled Argentina back and salvaged a draw for his team.
Notably, it was Diaz's seventh goal in Colombia's highly intense qualification campaign for next year's World Cup and further raised calls for him to be appointed captain instead of skipper James Rodriguez. Even though Rodriguez played his part impressively in Colombia's Argentine bout, Diaz hogged the limelight with his magnificent goal. Diaz's spectacular opening goal sparked animated celebrations from him and his teammates, leaving even coach Nestor Lorenzo pumped up.
Diaz also caught the attention of one of South America's most respected sports narrators, Victor Hugo Morales. A renowned commentator from Uruguay, who was on broadcast duties for AM 750, reserved high praise for the Colombian striker.
'What a goal by Colombia. Luis Diaz is a genius, a phenomenon, a player from another dimension. Extraordinary. He points to the stands with his fingers, but the heart is yours—yours for playing such extraordinary football," Morales said on air.
'A brilliant play by Luis Diaz, one of the greats in the world for Colombia. A truly magnificent goal. Thank you, Colombia, for this beautiful football and for elevating this match against the world champions. Luis Diaz wears the crown as Colombia's great player."
Morales used Diaz's goal to highlight Colombia's ability to challenge the top South American sides. With his strike against Argentina, Diaz took his international tally for Colombia to 18 goals in 63 appearances.
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June 11, 2025, 15:37 IST
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