The FA Cup, the oldest club tournament in the world, has had little presence of Colombian soccer players in its champions list. Until now, only Luis Díaz and David Ospina have managed to lift the emblematic trophy in England.
In 2022, Luis Díaz He was the protagonist with Liverpool in the final against Chelsea. That afternoon in Wembley, the Guajiro was starting and unbalanced.
And although he did not score, his performance was key in the goalless draw that resulted in penalty victory. It was the eighth title in the history of the 'Reds' in this Cup, and the first since 2006.
Years before, David Ospina He had already registered his name in the history of the contest. The Antioquia goalkeeper won the FA Cup twice with Arsenal. The first was in the 2014-2015 season, when the 'gunners' beat Aston Villa 4-0. In that final he was substitute, but added the trophy to his record.
In that same meeting, another Colombian had minutes: Carlos Sánchezwhich entered the 71st minute by Aston Villa, although his team was widely overcome.
Ospina's second consecration arrived in 2016-2017and this time as a holder. Arsenal imposed 2-1 to Chelsea and the Colombian goalkeeper had an outstanding performance during the 90 minutes, being decisive in several danger plays.
Now, the story can be expanded. This Saturday, May 17, the Crystal Palace will seek to surprise Manchester City in a new FA Cup final Can it be the time for Daniel Muñoz and Jefferson Lerma?
If they manage to impose themselves, they will join Díaz and Ospina as the only Colombian representatives to conquer the older cup of English football.
