Switzerland vs Colombia - Top five players to watch out for in FIFA World Cup 2026 clash ft. Breel Embolo & Luis Diaz

Both Switzerland and Colombia are unbeaten in the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Switzerland and Colombia are set to clash at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, Canada, in their round-of-16 tie at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Both sides have remained unbeaten in this tournament and were also the winners of their respective groups.

Both nations kept clean sheets in their round-of-32 games, and the winner will face either Argentina or Egypt in the quarterfinals. Here are five players to watch in the Switzerland vs Colombia game:

5. Daniel Munoz (Colombia)

The Colombian national football team’s right-back has been one of their best players in this tournament, having scored two goals. Daniel Munoz also has 20 defensive contributions and has won 11 duels in 3 games.

The 30-year-old has made 50 appearances for his national team and is at the peak of his footballing career for his club, Crystal Palace, as well. Expect Munoz to run the show on the right side for Colombia, as the player will be a constant threat throughout the game.

4. Johan Manzambi (Switzerland)

The 20-year-old has been one of the best young players in the FIFA World Cup 2026. He has played a major part in Switzerland’s qualification to the knockout stage and has chipped in with 3 goals and also has 2 assists in four tournament games.

Manzambi is versatile and can play anywhere in the Swiss midfield. He has been used mainly as an attacking midfielder by head coach Murat Yakin, and he has repaid the coach’s faith with his performances and contributions at this World Cup.

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3. Luis Diaz (Colombia)

Luiz Diaz started his World Cup campaign well, having picked up a goal and an assist against Uzbekistan. However, the Colombian winger has not made a major attacking contribution in the last three games, despite taking 16 shots in this tournament.

The Bayern Munich left winger is Colombia’s most lethal attacking option on paper. His explosiveness and skills will be a major threat to Switzerland, as Diaz will be keen to end his short goal-scoring drought in this round of 16 match.

2. Breel Embolo (Switzerland)

With 90 international appearances and 26 goals registered to his name, Breel Embolo is one of the best players in Switzerland’s squad at the moment. The forward has contributed in all four World Cup games, scoring twice and providing two assists to his teammates.

The 29-year-old, who currently plays for Rennes in the French league, scored 10 goals for his club last season and has already had a positive start to this World Cup. Embolo will have to be at his physical best against Colombia, as his team will look to him to convert chances.

1. Gustavo Puerta (Colombia)

Gustavo Puerta has been a vital part of Colombia’s midfield in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The central midfielder is not the flashiest or the most skilled individual on the ball; however, he will be tasked with keeping possession and helping his side create chances.

The 22-year-old has had a passing accuracy of 92.9% in this tournament. Puerta has created five chances and has also bagged an assist to his name; however, he is yet to get on the scoresheet.

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