Colombia will meet Ghana on Saturday in Kansas for a World Cup 2026 round of 32 match. Both teams advanced from their groups with strong defensive records.
The match kicks off at 02:30 BST. Ghana forward Brandon Thomas-Asante said the squad sees talent and hunger to advance.
Colombia midfielder Richard Rios noted the team's hope and focus on working step by step. Centre-back Jerome Opoku returns for Ghana after injury.
Antoine Semenyo is expected to start despite ankle discomfort. Predicted lineups include James Rodriguez for Colombia and Thomas Partey for Ghana.
Colombia have kept clean sheets in recent games. The winners will face Switzerland or Algeria in the last 16.