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Matias Orozco Reacts to Making Colombia Debut Aged 18

Brighton summer signing Matias Orozco reflects on making his Colombia debut aged 18 in a 1-1 friendly draw against Mexico in Baltimore.

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 6:00 AM
Matias Orozco Reacts to Making Colombia Debut Aged 18
Key Things to Know
  • Matias Orozco made his senior Colombia debut at age 18 against Mexico in Baltimore.
  • Colombia drew 1-1 against Mexico in the friendly fixture.
  • Orozco signed with Brighton in the summer and is currently on loan at Spanish club Castellon.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Brighton midfielder Matias Orozco made his senior international debut for Colombia at age 18, appearing as a 71st-minute substitute in a 1-1 friendly draw against Mexico in Baltimore. The midfielder joined Brighton during the summer transfer window before heading straight out on loan to Spanish second-tier club Castellon.

Orozco earned his international call-up following impressive form in Spain, which included scoring in Castellon's 5-0 victory over Tenerife. Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler sanctioned the loan spell to provide regular first-team football, and Orozco is expected to rejoin Castellon's promotion campaign following international duty.

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