Colombia vs Ghana Preview - prediction, team news, lineups | FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32

The Coffee Growers will take on the Black Stars in the Round of 32.

Colombia finished top of Group K ahead of the favourites Portugal, and now they will take on the third-place finishers from Group L in the FIFA World Cup. This will be the first meeting between these teams, and the winner will make it into the Round of 16. Both sides’ best finish in the World Cup is the quarter-finals, but now one team will have to exit after this fixture.

The South American side enters this game with full momentum, having won their two group games and drawn a game against Portugal. They have looked composed in this World Cup so far, and are playing some really good football. They are the favourites going into this match, but they can’t afford to take Ghana lightly at all.

On the other hand, Carlos Quieroz’s Ghana started their World Cup campaign very well, but after a win against Panama, they drew against England and lost to Croatia. Despite having very little time with the team, Carlos Quieroz has done a decent job so far. Ghana’s defensive discipline will be a big test for the opposition team, and the Black Stars will be confident going into this match. This will be a mouthwatering clash for sure,

Kick-Off:

• Location: Kansas City, USA
• Stadium: Kansas City Stadium
• Date: Friday, 3 July
• Kick-Off: 09:30 PM (EST), | 04/07/2026, 03:00 AM (GMT) | 04/07/2026, 07:00 AM (IST)
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In Use

Form

Colombia (in all competitions): D-W-W-W-W

Ghana (in all competitions): L-D-W-D-L

Players to Watch

James Rodriguez (Colombia)

He is the leader of the team, despite not being in his best form, and he was called up to the National Team. Even though he hasn’t scored yet, his impact on the pitch is very much visible. Currently, he plays for Minnesota United in the MLS, and fans do have a lot of expectations for him. Whenever he wears the National Team jersey, he automatically becomes a different player, and despite his age, he is still very much capable of taking his side to the next round.

Antoine Semenyo (Ghana)

Semenyo was born and brought up in England, but he represents Ghana at the international level. So far in his career, he has made 37 appearances with the National team but has only scored three goals. He hasn’t scored in the World Cup yet and will be hungry to help his team by scoring goals. Semenyo is a lethal player who is capable of making a difference by himself only. His physicality and pace will be key against the tough Colombian defence.

Match Facts

• This will be the first time these two sides face in the FIFA World Cup
• Colombia are undefeated in the World Cup till now
• Ghana lost their last game in the World Cup

Colombia vs Ghana: Betting Tips & Odds

• Tip 1 – Colombia to win this fixture – 1/2 by BETVICTOR
• Tip 2 – Both teams to score
• Tip 3 – Goals scored over 1.5

Injury and Team News

All the players of both teams are fully fit to play, and there are no suspension concerns for either side going into this match.

Head-to-Head

This will be the first time these two sides will face each other in a competitive fixture.

Predicted Lineups

Colombia Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):

Vargas (GK); Munoz, Sanchez, Lucumi, Mojica; Lerma, Rios; Arias, Rodriguez, Diaz; Hernandez

Ghana Predicted Lineup (4-3-3):

Ati-Zigi (GK); Seidu, Opoku, Mumin, Mensah; Partey, Owusu, Semenyo; Fatawu, Williams, Sulemana

Match Prediction

Colombia are unbeaten till now, and they have shown great consistency in their performance so far. Ghana will not be an easy side to beat at all, but quality-wise, Colombia are a team who are better and most probably will win this match.

Prediction: Colombia 3-2 Ghana

Telecast Details

India: Unite8 Sports Channels

UK: BBC & ITV

USA: FOX Sports

Nigeria: DStv

Full Broadcaster List here.

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