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04 Jul 2026 01:30

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Colombia to win 1.57

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Colombia vs Ghana Predictions, Picks & Odds – 04/07/2026

World Cup · Round of 32

Our prediction

1: Colombia to win

1.57 on Dafabet · Confidence High

Odds recorded on 04 Jul 2026 at 03:33 · Odds are subject to change

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Colombia arrive at this Round of 32 clash in formidable shape, having topped their group unbeaten with four wins and a draw while conceding just once. Nestor Lorenzo's side rotated freely on Matchday 3, meaning key figures like Luis Díaz, Jefferson Lerma, and Kevin Castaño should be fresh and fully fit. Their attacking output has been staggering, averaging over 20 shots per game, and a settled XI brings both rhythm and confidence into knockout football.

Ghana, by contrast, scraped through as one of the best third-placed sides, collecting four points including a creditable draw against England. Carlos Queiroz's men have been resolute defensively but blunt going forward, managing only two group-stage goals, neither scored by a striker. Concerns linger over Antoine Semenyo's ankle and Lawrence Ati-Zigi's groin, though both are expected to feature. The Black Stars will lean heavily on transition speed and set-piece threat.

Colombia's dominance across the group stage makes the home win at 1.57 a well-supported selection. They averaged over 20 shots per game compared to Ghana's modest 5.3, and created nearly 13 chances per match. That creative superiority, combined with four wins from five outings, points to a side operating at peak confidence. Ghana managed just two goals in three group games, neither scored by a forward.

The under 2.5 goals market at 1.64 also warrants serious consideration. Colombia conceded only once throughout the group phase, and Ghana's attacking output has been alarmingly low. With Antoine Semenyo nursing an ankle knock and Lawrence Ati-Zigi managing a groin issue, the Black Stars could struggle to breach a defence marshalled by Davinson Sánchez and Yerry Mina.

A both teams to score "no" selection at 8.00 complements the overall picture. Ghana's goals came from a midfielder and a centre-back rather than their strikers, highlighting a structural problem in attack. Colombia's press, spearheaded by Jefferson Lerma and Kevin Castaño in midfield, should suffocate Ghana's build-up play. Carlos Queiroz's side will rely on transition speed, but Los Cafeteros have shown the tactical discipline to nullify precisely that threat.

Trends to Know about Colombia vs Ghana

• Colombia averaged 20.3 shots per game
• Ghana scored only two group goals
• Colombia conceded once in five matches

A 4-3-3 versus 4-3-3 mirror sets up a fascinating tactical contest, with both sides built to press high and attack wide. James Rodríguez pulling strings in Colombia's midfield will be the creative fulcrum, while Ghana's engine room anchored by Thomas Partey offers the physicality to disrupt Los Cafeteros' rhythm.

Colombia carry the heavier attacking threat across their front three, but Ghana's wide outlets in Semenyo and Ayew give the Black Stars genuine pace on the counter. Both lineups are sourced from a single outlet dated over a week before kickoff, so late changes remain possible and worth monitoring closer to the whistle.

How to Watch Colombia vs Ghana Match?

What time is Colombia vs Ghana?

Colombia vs Ghana kicks off at Kansas City Stadium on 4 July 2026 at 02:30 BST.

Where is Colombia vs Ghana being played?

This World Cup Round of 32 fixture will be played at Kansas City Stadium in Kansas City.

How Can I Watch Colombia vs Ghana on TV and Live Stream?

Broadcast details for Colombia vs Ghana will be confirmed by FIFA and local networks closer to kickoff.