Jose Pekerman leaves Colombia job after six years in chargeJose Pekerman has left his Colombia role after six yearsJose Pekerman has left his role as Colombia manager after six years in charge. The Argentine guided Colombia to the knockout stages at the last two World Cups and to third place at the 2016 Copa America. James Rodriguez won the Golden Boot at the 2014 World Cup as Pekerman guided Colombia to the quarter-finalsFormer Mexico coach Juan Carlos Osorio had been considered a major contender to succeed Pekerman, but he signed a deal to become Paraguay boss on Monday. Colombia reached the quarter-finals at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil before being eliminated by the hosts. Pekerman also led Argentina to the last eight of the 2006 World Cup in Germany.

Source: Sky sports September 04, 2018 20:37 UTC