Colombia will face Ghana in the round of 32 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Kansas City Stadium which will be the closing match of the round of 32 phase.
Colombia came into the match as one of the only undefeated teams in the 2026 World Cup.
Nestor Lorenzo's squad emerged as Group K winners after wins over Uzbekistan and the Democratic Republic of Congo, and a draw with Portugal. This performance allowed La Tricolor to continue their positive run under Lorenzo, known for his flexible tactical approach.
Colombia is now aiming for a place in the round of 16 for the fourth time in its World Cup history. Key players like James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz, and Jhon Arias are expected to once again be the mainstays in breaking down the opposing defense.
Meanwhile, Ghana advanced to the knockout stage as third-place finishers in Group L. The Black Stars recorded a win over Panama, a draw against England, and a loss to Croatia. This performance was enough to secure a place in the round of 32.
Ghana, now managed by Carlos Queiroz, is targeting a third round of 16 appearance in their history. They previously reached the quarterfinals in 2010, where they were eliminated by Uruguay, and were eliminated in the round of 16 by Brazil in 2006.
