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Colombia vs Ghana

World Cup 2026Full time · 4 Jul 2026
Colombia

Colombia

Won · xG 0.57WDWWLast 5
Full time
1 — 0
90+4'
⚽ Jhon Arias 14'

Ghana

Lost · xG 0.12LLDWLast 5
Ghana
PRESSURE INDEX · FINAL▲ COL · last goal · 14'
53
47
COL · 0.57 xG0.12 xG · GHA
Match StoryFull breakdown

Colombia 1–0 Ghana

Colombia arrive at this World Cup group stage fixture unbeaten and defensively formidable, while Ghana face a straightforward equation: win or face early elimination. The structural detail in both teams' recent patterns makes this a more nuanced contest than the standings suggest.

World Cup 2026Sat 4 Jul, 02:30
Key Takeaways
Result

Colombia picked up three points at home, extending their winning run.

Goals

A tight defensive display kept the scoring low in this closely fought game.

Table

The result has implications at both ends of the Colombia end of the standings.

Match Facts
VenueN/A
AttendanceN/A
RefereeN/A
RoundN/A
CompetitionWorld Cup 2026
First Goal
Jhon Arias
14'⚽
Jhon Arias
Luis SuárezAssist: Luis Suárez
Key Events
  1. 8'
    ColombiaLuis SuárezLuis Suárez
    off: Jhon Córdoba
  2. 12'
    ColombiaJhon AriasJhon Arias
    Foul
  3. 13'
    GhanaAlidu SeiduAlidu Seidu
    off: Marvin Senaya
  4. 14'
    ColombiaJhon AriasJhon Arias
    assist: Luis Suárez
  5. 46'
    ColombiaRichard RíosRichard Ríos
    off: James Rodríguez
  6. 49'
    GhanaCaleb YirenkyiCaleb Yirenkyi
    Foul
  7. 56'
    ColombiaLuis DíazLuis Díaz
    Offside
  8. 62'
    GhanaIssahaku FatawuIssahaku Fatawu
    off: Iñaki Williams
  9. 62'
    GhanaElisha OwusuElisha Owusu
    off: Kwasi Sibo
  10. 66'
    GhanaIssahaku FatawuIssahaku Fatawu
    Argument
  11. 73'
    ColombiaJuan Fernando QuinteroJuan Fernando Quintero
    off: Jhon Arias
  12. 76'
    GhanaAlidu SeiduAlidu Seidu
    Foul
  13. 78'
    ColombiaRichard RíosRichard Ríos
    Foul
  14. 79'
    GhanaPrince AduPrince Adu
    off: Caleb Yirenkyi
  15. 79'
    GhanaErnest NuamahErnest Nuamah
    off: Jordan Ayew
  16. 90'
    ColombiaJáminton CampazJáminton Campaz
    off: Luis Díaz
Game Flow

Expected Goals (xG)

Colombia 0.57 xGGhana 0.12 xG
Cumulative · approximated from goal events
0'45'90'
Table ImpactFull table

How the result affects the World Cup 2026 standings.

#TeamPWDLPts
1Belgium31205
1Spain32107
1Mexico33009
1England32107
1Brazil32107
1France33009
1Argentina33009
1Switzerland32107
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Colombia vs Ghana?

The match finished 1-0 to Colombia.

Who won Colombia vs Ghana?

Colombia won the match 1-0.

When did Colombia vs Ghana take place?

The match took place on Saturday, 4 July 2026.

📊 AI-generated recap and structured data

Colombia face Ghana on July 4, 2026 at 01:30 UTC in World Cup play. Our model backs Colombia at 60% probability, with best odds of 1.47 at Betfair Exchange UK. Colombia have won their last five matches with both teams scoring in all five; Ghana have managed one draw and one loss in five recent outings, with BTTS hitting half the time. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Colombia sit top of the group with 1st place confirmed; Ghana occupy 3rd with work to do. This is a knockout-stage decider. Colombia's unbeaten run and superior goal difference give them structural advantage. Ghana need a result to progress. Our model suggests Colombia's defensive solidity and Ghana's attacking inconsistency will shape proceedings. Group dynamics favour the home side.

Colombia v Ghana · World Cup 2026 · 04/07/2026, 02:30:00