Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup and secured passage to the round of 16. Jhon Arias scored the decisive goal in the 14th minute.
The team led by Néstor Lorenzo controlled the match from the first half. Arias converted after a cross from Luis Suárez, who had come on due to injury.
Colombia held the lead despite disallowed chances, including one by Luis Díaz ruled out for offside. An organized defense prevented Ghana from mounting a comeback.
The next opponent will be Switzerland, which defeated Algeria 2-0. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, July 7, in Vancouver at 3:00 p.m. Colombia time.
