Colombia advances to World Cup last 16 after win over Ghana
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Colombia secured a place in the last 16 of the World Cup with a 1-0 victory over Ghana on July 4, 2026, in Kansas City. Jhon Arias scored the only goal in the 14th minute after Luis Suarez's cross. Both teams were forced to substitute early due to injuries, marking a unique moment in World Cup history. Colombia is set to face Switzerland in Vancouver on July 7, with a spot in the quarter-finals at stake.
- •Colombia won 1-0 against Ghana on July 4, 2026.
- •Jhon Arias scored in the 14th minute of the match.
- •Both teams made early substitutions due to injuries.
- •Next, Colombia will play Switzerland on July 7.
- •Attendance in Kansas City was recorded at 69,045.
"Colombia reached the last 16 of the World Cup for the third time in their last three appearances at the tournament with a 1-0 win over Ghana.
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