Colombia 1-0 Ghana: Colombia wins

Updated at 10:35 AM on July 4, 2026

Team lineup updated at 07:55 on 04/07/2026

Official lineup

Colombia

Diagram: 4-3-3

CoachNestor Lorenzo

Starting lineup:

• 12. Camilo Vargas (G)
• 2. Daniel Muñoz (D)
• 23. Davinson Sánchez (D)
• 3. Jhon Lucumí (D)
• 17. Johan Mojica (D)
• 11. Jhon Arias (M)
• 16. Jefferson Lerma (M)
• 14. Gustavo Puerta (M)
• 10. James Rodríguez (F)
• 9. Jhon Córdoba (F)
• 7. Luis Díaz (F)

Substitutes:

• 1. David Ospina
• 24. Álvaro Montero
• 4. Santiago Arias
• 13. Yerry Mina
• 18. Willer Ditta
• 22. Driver Machado
• 5. Kevin Castaño
• 6. Richard Ríos
• 8. Jorge Carrascal
• 15. Juan Portilla
• 20. Juan Fernando Quintero
• 21. Jaminton Campaz
• 26. Andrés Gómez
• 19. Cucho Hernández
• 25. Luis Javier Suárez

Ghana

Diagram: 4-1-4-1

CoachCarlos Queiroz

Starting lineup:

• 1. Lawrence Ati Zigi (G)
• 26. Marvin Senaya (D)
• 23. Derrick Luckassen (D)
• 18. Jerome Opoku (D)
• 14. Gideon Mensah (D)
• 5. Thomas Partey (M)
• 19. Iñaki Williams (M)
• 3. Caleb Yirenkyi (M)
• 8. Kwasi Sibo (M)
• 11. Antoine Semenyo (M)
• 9. Jordan Ayew (F)

Substitutes:

• 12. Joseph Anang
• 16. Benjamin Asare
• 2. Alidu Seidu
• 4. Jonas Adjei Adjeney
• 6. Abdul Mumin
• 17. Rahman Baba
• 21. Kojo Peprah Oppong
• 15. Elisha Owusu
• 7. Abdul Fatawu Issahaku
• 13. Christopher Baah
• 20. Augustine Boakye
• 10. Brandon Thomas-Asante
• 22. Kamaldeen Sulemana
• 24. Ernest Nuamah
• 25. Prince Kwabena Adu

One ticket, no second chance.

When the ball kicks off at Arrowhead Stadium at 8:30 AM on July 4, 2026, both Colombia and Ghana understand one thing clearly: this is a one-way match. The Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup doesn't allow for calculations or waiting – win means the dream continues, lose means packing your bags and going home.

This is the setting that has produced some of the most memorable matches in world football history, and this clash between two teams from two different continents is no exception.

Colombia — The form of a team that knows how to win

Looking at their recent form, Colombia are in a confident mood. In their last three matches, the South American team secured two wins and one draw — a solid psychological foundation heading into the knockout round.

It's noteworthy that Colombia not only won, but won in a way that demonstrated consistency. The only draw didn't detract from the overall picture of a team operating smoothly. This is a team that knows how to control the pace of the game and capitalize on opportunities when needed.

Ghana — The spirit of those who have nothing left to lose

Ghana enters this match with more varied form: one win, one draw, and one loss in their last three games. That figure reflects a team seeking consistency, but also shows they are perfectly capable of causing an upset.

In football, especially in the knockout stages of the World Cup, form isn't everything. Ghana has repeatedly proven that they can overcome opponents who are stronger on paper when their fighting spirit is at its peak. With nothing left to lose, the Black Stars could become more dangerous than ever.

Assessment

Colombia started with a clear advantage in terms of form and consistency. However, knockout football has its own rules — a moment of carelessness, a set piece, or a lightning-fast counter-attack can all turn the tide.

Ghana won't be coming to Arrowhead Stadium to watch. They'll be coming to fight, and that's what makes this match so exciting. However, Colombia's superior form makes the South American team the stronger contender for qualification.

Colombia's recent form

• June 28, 2026: Colombia 0-0 Portugal (Draw)
• June 24, 2026: Colombia 1-0 Democratic Republic of Congo (Winner)
• June 18, 2026: Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia (Winner)
• 08/06/2026: Colombia 2-0 Jordan (Winner)
• June 2, 2026: Colombia 3-1 Costa Rica (Winner)

Ghana's recent form

• June 28, 2026: Croatia 2-1 Ghana (Loss)
• June 24, 2026: England 0-0 Ghana (Draw)
• June 18, 2026: Ghana 1-0 Panama (Winner)
• 03/06/2026: Wales 1-1 Ghana (Draw)
• May 23, 2026: Mexico 2-0 Ghana (Loss)

Rankings

Team form and statistics

Colombia (Host)

Form in the last 5 matches:WWD

Statistics for this season:

• Matches played: 3
• Wins: 2 (1 at home)
• Draw: 1 (1 home game)
• Losses: 0 (0 at home)

Goal:

• Scored: 4 goals (Average: 1.3 goals/match)
• Goals conceded: 1 goal (Average: 0.3 goals/match)

Ghana (Guest)

Form in the last 5 matches:WDL

Statistics for this season:

• Matches played: 3
• Wins: 1 (0 away)
• Draw: 1 (1 away game)
• Losses: 1 (1 away game)

Goal:

• Scored: 2 goals (Average: 0.7 goals/match)
• Goals conceded: 2 (Average: 0.7 goals/match)

Force situation

Colombia:No injury information available.

Ghana:No injury information available.

Predicted lineup

Predictions and odds

Predicted winner:Colombia

Win or draw

Predicted odds:

• Home team wins: 50%
• Draw: 50%
• Guest wins: 0%

Predicted number of goals:

• Home team: -1.5 goals
• Guest: -1.5 table

Advice:Combo Double chance : Colombia or draw and -3.5 goals