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Ex Real Madrid star, James Rodriguez rule out of Colombia Copa America outing

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James Rodriguez has been excluded from Colombia squad due to injury. According to Sky Sports, the Everton playmaker will miss the Copa America and two World Cup qualifiers against Peru and Argentina in June.
A statement read: "The coaching staff of the Colombian Senior Men's National Team informs that the player James Rodriguez has been recalled for the games against Peru and Argentina for the qualifiers for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, and the CONMEBOL Copa America 2021.

"In recent days, the midfielder underwent medical examinations, which determined that he is not at the optimal level of competition, so he will not be able to join the group of players called up by Reinaldo Rueda for the aforementioned matches and the South American championship. 

Rodriguez 26 appearances in all competitions this season for the Toffees this season. Although he has struggled with a calf problem all through out the season. 

The statement added: "The coach and his team of collaborators regret not being able to count on James Rodríguez this time and hope that soon the midfielder will be able to be part of a call-up, representing our country with the height and professionalism as he has always done."

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