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Colombia’s Luis Diaz: How a World Cup football star is giving Barrancas new hope
Published 17 June 2026 · sports
Colombia begin their campaign against Uzbekistan later in the other Group K fixture. A lot of their hopes rest on Luis Diaz. The Bayern Munich
Colombia begin their campaign against Uzbekistan later in the other Group K fixture. A lot of their hopes rest on Luis Diaz. The Bayern Munich winger has established himself as one of Europe’s most dangerous players. Al Jazeera’s Alessandro Rampietti travelled to his hometown of Barrancas in the north of Colombia, where he's now helping create opportunities for a new generation. Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
Published: June 17, 2026 • 9:45 PM IST · Updated: June 17, 2026 • 10:41 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Colombia begin their campaign against Uzbekistan later in the other Group K fixture.
A lot of their hopes rest on Luis Diaz.
The Bayern Munich winger has established himself as one of Europe’s most dangerous players.
Al Jazeera’s Alessandro Rampietti travelled to his hometown of Barrancas in the north of Colombia, where he's now helping create opportunities for a new generation.
Find us on Check our website Check out our Instagram page Download AJE Mobile App
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