Minnesota United confirmed that James Rodriguez played his last MLS game before joining the Colombia national team camp ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

With only a few weeks remaining before the start of the 2026 World Cup, Colombia have already announced their 55-man preliminary squad. Despite his limited playing time at Minnesota United, James Rodríguez and Luis Diaz headline the list, which features very few surprises.

Following his limited role at Minnesota United, rumors about James Rodríguez retiring after the 2026 World Cup with Colombia began to gain momentum. Nevertheless, the 34-year-old star has decided to deny those rumors, making it clear that he still has several years left in his career.

James Rodríguez arrived as a marquee signing for Minnesota United, aiming to gain competitive rhythm ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. However, he has not enjoyed much prominence, which has led Willington Ortiz to strongly criticize his move to MLS.

Cristiano Ronaldo continues to prepare for Portugal duty, while James Rodriguez finds himself under intense scrutiny after a troubling spell in Minnesota that has raised serious concerns within the Colombia camp.

As concern grew in Colombia over his fitness for the 2026 World Cup, Minnesota United issued a positive update on James Rodriguez's health.

The Colombia FA released a statement revealing that James Rodriguez has been hospitalized due to a non-sports-related condition, with the national team and Minnesota United now monitoring the star's recovery ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Cristiano Ronaldo and James Rodriguez once again find themselves at the center of global soccer attention, as Colombia’s latest squad decision sparks intrigue ahead of the 2026 World Cup preparations.

James Rodriguez made his Major League Soccer debut with Minnesota United, and Thomas Müller had some thoughts on the matter.

After missing the start of the 2026 Major League Soccer season, James Rodriguez is ready to make his debut with Minnesota United.

With the 2026 World Cup in just a few months, Colombia star James Rodríguez has still yet to make his debut in the MLS with Minnesota United.

James Rodriguez’s Minnesota United will make their 2026 Major League Soccer debut this Saturday against Austin FC.

While Ronaldo prepares for one last global campaign, James Rodriguez has chosen a route already taken by Lionel Messi, Thomas Muller, and Son Heung-min.

Still without a club after leaving Club León, James Rodríguez could end up joining Lionel Messi in MLS, as one club is reportedly in advanced talks to sign the Colombian star.

Looking forward to be fit for the 2026 World Cup, Colombia star James Rodríguez has been reportedly offered to two clubs in Argentina.