Colombian national team captain James Rodriguez is showing signs of recovery after being hospitalized in Minnesota (USA) due to severe dehydration, the Colombian soccer federation reported on Thursday.
James Rodriguez’s progress after hospitalization
According to an official statement, the midfielder experienced non-sporting symptoms the day after the most recent FIFA international match between Colombia and France and was kept under medical observation in a clinical facility for 72 hours.
The federation clarified that the situation was “not related to muscle damage or football activities” and stressed that the hospitalization was precautionary, aimed at stabilizing the player’s condition and ensuring a full recovery.
The latest medical updates show that Rodriguez is showing continued improvement, bringing relief to both the national team and fans.
Colombia’s medical staff is in constant contact with his club, Minnesota United FC, to monitor his recovery process and determine next steps.
During recent FIFA matches, James produced modest performances in Colombia’s defeats against Croatia (2-1) and France (3-0), but was criticized for having limited influence.
Although a return date has not yet been confirmed, the midfielder is expected to remain under medical supervision over the next few days and gradually resume training.
Rodriguez remains an important player in the Colombian national team’s structure and his recovery will be a key factor in the upcoming competitive matches.
