Colombia name three newcomers for South Korea, Japan friendlies

BOGOTA, March 13 (Xinhua) -- Uncapped trio Kevin Castano, Nelson Palacio and Johan Carbonero have been included in Colombia's squad for friendlies against South Korea and Japan, the South American country's football federation said on Monday.

Defensive midfielder Castano and playmaker Palacio have been in outstanding form for local clubs Rionegro Aguila and Atletico Nacional, while winger Carbonero has impressed