Colombia–Ghana: Arias fires Cafeteros past Black Stars to reach World Cup last 16

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4 Jul 2026 • 6:12 PM MYT
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Official lineups for Colombia-Ghana

Colombia: Vargas - Munoz, Sanchez, Lucumi, Mojica - Puerta, Lerma, J. Arias - Rodriguez, Cordoba, Luis Diaz.

Ghana: Asare - Senaya, Adjetey, Opoku, Mensah - Yirenkyi, Partey, Sibo - Williams, Ayew, Semenyo.

Colombia have been one of the tournament's brightest surprises, topping Group K with a flawless record and playing scintillating football throughout. The Cafeteros secured victories over Uzbekistan (3-1) and DR Congo (1-0) before claiming a hard-fought 0-0 draw against Portugal, establishing themselves as the group's dominant force. Luis Diaz and his teammates remain unbeaten and arrive in Kansas City brimming with confidence.

Ghana, on the other hand, earned their Round of 32 spot as one of the best-performing third-place finishers, but should not be underestimated. The Black Stars began their campaign with a 1-0 victory over Panama, then held England to a goalless draw in a respectable defensive display. A 2-1 defeat to Croatia prevented them from claiming second place.

The winner of the last round of 32 clash will face Switzerland after their victory against Algeria 2-0.

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