No previous meetings between these teams.
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Daniel Muñoz1 - 2Luis Díaz1
- 3Jaminton Campaz1
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Yoane Wissa1
- 1Jefferson Lerma3
- 2Jhon Arias2
- 3Luis Díaz2
- 4Cédric Bakambu2
- 5Jaminton Campaz2
- 6Yoane Wissa2
- 7Samuel Moutoussamy2
- 8James Rodríguez2
- 9Daniel Muñoz1
- 10Davinson Sánchez1
- 1Joris Kayembe2
- 2Davinson Sánchez1
- 3Arthur Masuaku1
- 4Chancel Mbemba1
- 5Yoane Wissa1
- 6Steve Kapuadi1
- 7Axel Tuanzebe1
- 8Luis Suárez1
- 9Johan Mojica1
- 10Noah Sadiki1
- 1Arthur Masuaku1
- 2Luis Díaz1
- 3Cucho Hernández1
- 4Gustavo Puerta1
- 1Davinson Sánchez2
- 2Jhon Arias2
- 3Arthur Masuaku2
- 4Luis Díaz2
- 5Gustavo Puerta2
- 6Jefferson Lerma1
- 7Cucho Hernández1
- 8Cédric Bakambu1
- 9Chancel Mbemba1
- 10Steve Kapuadi1
- 1Jhon Lucumí68
- 2Davinson Sánchez66
- 3Jefferson Lerma51
- 4James Rodríguez47
- 5Gustavo Puerta45
- 6Jhon Arias42
- 7Daniel Muñoz33
- 8Johan Mojica30
- 9Camilo Vargas25
- 10Chancel Mbemba22
- 1Luis Díaz2
- 2Cédric Bakambu2
- 3Edo Kayembe2
- 4Jhon Arias1
- 5Arthur Masuaku1
- 6Ngal'ayel Mukau1
- 7Jaminton Campaz1
- 8Samuel Moutoussamy1
- 9Luis Suárez1
- 10Aaron Wan-Bissaka1
- 1Daniel Muñoz3
- 2Ngal'ayel Mukau2
- 3Davinson Sánchez1
- 4Andrés Gómez1
- 5Gustavo Puerta1
- 6Chancel Mbemba1
- 7Axel Tuanzebe1
- 8Aaron Wan-Bissaka1
Colombia look to seal a place in the knockout stages when they face DR Congo in Group K at the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday.
Nestor Lorenzo’s side were very impressive in their opening game, beating Uzbekistan 3-1 in a high-octane match. DR Congo edged out a 1-1 draw against Portugal thanks to a 45th-minute equaliser, but must improve significantly to trouble Colombia. Kick-off is scheduled for 3am (UK time) on Wednesday 24th June at Estadio Akron, Guadalajara.
Colombia vs DR Congo predictions & betting tips
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Luis Diaz anytime scorer | 2/1 @ Spreadex (33.3%) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Diaz has been in scintillating form for club and country. He led Colombia’s attack against Uzbekistan, providing a goal and an assist to his name at this tournament. DR Congo showed defensive resolve against Portugal but remain susceptible to pace out wide. Colombia will dominate possession, and Diaz will get his chances. At this price, backing Colombia’s star winger to find the net is the standout selection in this fixture. |
| Colombia to Win and Both Teams to Score | 7/2 @ Paddy Power (22.2%) | ⭐⭐ | Colombia found a way to overpower Uzbekistan 3-1, but that opening win was not without its scares. DR Congo managed a historic goal against Portugal and are expected to sit deep in Guadalajara, hitting on the counter. Lorenzo’s side have the width, movement and creativity to generate chances in volume against a low block. With Diaz, Rodriguez, Arias and strong options from the bench, securing a win while conceding looks well within reach. |
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How both teams head into Colombia vs DR Congo
Colombia
Colombia arrive in Guadalajara in confident mood after a commanding display demolished Uzbekistan. Daniel Munoz opened the scoring, Luis Diaz added a second, and Jaminton Campaz put the result beyond doubt. Lorenzo’s tactical approach proved the turning point — Colombia produced 15 attempts in a dominant attacking performance.
Los Cafeteros enter this fixture knowing a win seals their knockout place with a game to spare. Colombia have won five of their last seven games. That relentless attacking intent, combined with a squad boasting top-tier pedigree across every position, makes them a formidable prospect.
Lorenzo must tighten a defence that conceded once to Uzbekistan, despite the goal coming from a low-probability chance. Colombia kept only one clean sheet in their last five matches. That defensive excellence needs to return in Guadalajara.
DR Congo
DR Congo arrive in Guadalajara on the back of a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Portugal — a result that required a 45th-minute equaliser from Yoane Wissa to settle. Sebastien Desabre’s side created chances before that moment, registering eight shots across 90 disciplined minutes.
Desabre has quickly instilled defensive organisation that earned the Leopards a historic point in their opener. The experienced French coach brings vast African football knowledge into this fixture. His track record of building compact, disciplined shapes against elite opposition gives DR Congo a fighting chance.
Their pre-tournament form, however, raises serious questions. A 2-1 defeat to Chile and a 0-0 draw against Denmark exposed vulnerabilities against sides that press high and move the ball quickly. Those are precisely the conditions Colombia will impose in Guadalajara. DR Congo need a result of some description to keep their knockout qualification in their own hands.
Colombia team news
Lorenzo is expected to make minimal changes after Colombia’s three-goal opener. Camilo Vargas retains his place in goal. Davinson Sanchez and Jhon Lucumi continue their partnership at centre-back following a solid display against Uzbekistan.
Jefferson Lerma anchors the midfield and starts regardless of rotation elsewhere. Lerma reported no issues after the Uzbekistan game and is expected to be fit. James Rodriguez operates ahead of Lerma and remains Colombia’s creative fulcrum, pulling strings in the Uzbekistan box.
Jhon Arias is likely to retain his starting spot on the right after a tireless performance against Uzbekistan. Luis Diaz continues to terrorise defences and will start on the left flank.
Daniel Munoz and Johan Mojica continue at full-back. The bench carries serious firepower — Jaminton Campaz, Jhon Cordoba, Kevin Castano, and Richard Rios all push for involvement.
DR Congo team news
Desabre faces few dilemmas heading into Wednesday. Lionel Mpasi performed admirably against Portugal. He is expected to start between the posts.
Samuel Moutoussamy anchors the midfield and is expected to be available in Guadalajara. His presence is a significant boost for DR Congo. The Nantes midfielder anchors everything Desabre builds — controlling tempo and protecting the defence. His performance against Portugal gave DR Congo bite in midfield.
Arthur Masuaku remains a key outlet on the left. His availability continues to place the creative burden on the wings. Desabre must find a cleaner role for Theo Bongonda, who drifted across multiple positions against Portugal without real impact.
Yoane Wissa keeps his place after his historic equaliser against Portugal. Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Axel Tuanzebe provide solidity from defensive areas. Cedric Bakambu captains the side and leads the line.
Head-to-Head
Colombia and DR Congo have never met at senior international level. Wednesday’s fixture in Guadalajara is the first meaningful competitive meeting between the two sides.
Will Colombia seal qualification or will DR Congo throw a spanner in the works?
Both nations enter Wednesday’s fixture with genuine ambition. A win for Colombia puts six points on the board and all but ends the group stage debate. A DR Congo victory would send shockwaves through Group K and set up a winner-takes-all final matchday.
We’re backing Luis Diaz to add to his World Cup tally in Guadalajara. 2/1 with Spreadex for Diaz to score represents strong value against a DR Congo defence that will be tested by elite South American opposition.
For a bigger price, Colombia to win and both teams to score at 7/2 with Paddy Power reflects Lorenzo’s offensive approach and Colombia’s vulnerability at the back.
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