Jose Pekerman has left his post as Colombia coach after transforming their international fortunes over the course of nearly seven years in charge.
Argentinian tactician Pekerman was appointed back in January 2012 during a turbulent period for Colombia, who at the time had not qualified for a World Cup since 1998.
Pekerman was Colombia's third coach in five months, as Hernan Dario Gomez resigned in August 2011 and his successor Leonel Alvarez only lasted until December.
But Pekerman had an instant impact and ultimately led Colombia to second place in South America's World Cup qualification campaign, securing a spot at Brazil 2014.