Colombia advances to Round of 16 after defeating Ghana
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:55 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Colombia secured a place in the Round of 16 at the World Cup by defeating Ghana, with Jhon Arias scoring the decisive goal. The match was characterized by Colombia's dominance, as Ghana struggled to create meaningful chances. Luis Diaz had a second-half goal disallowed for offside, and the Colombian captain James Rodríguez played only the first half. Colombia's defense has been strong, conceding just one goal in the group stage. They will face Switzerland in the knockout round, marking their first knockout-stage victory since 2014.
- •Colombia beats Ghana to advance in World Cup
- •Jhon Arias scores early for Colombia
- •Luis Diaz has a goal ruled offside
- •James Rodríguez plays only first half
- •Colombia will face Switzerland next
- 3:55 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup: Luis Diaz’s Colombia complete Round of 16 bracket after beating Ghana
"Jhon Arias’ early strike sends Colombia to the Round of 16 at Ghana’s expense. Los Cafeteros were thoroughly dominant in the game, while the Black Stars rarely threatened to create chances despite...
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