Colombia vs. Ghana Picks – World Cup Round of 32 Betting Preview, Team News, and Predictions (Jul 3) 

• When: Friday, July 3, 2026. 9:30 PM ET
• Where: Kansas City Stadium, USA
• How to Watch: FOX, Telemundo

Match Result	Odds
Colombia	-188
The Draw	+289
Ghana	+700

Colombia vs. Ghana World Cup Preview

The final matchup in the round of 32 at the FIFA World Cup is set for Kansas City on July 3, as Colombia bid to continue their excellent run of form when they take on the defensively savvy Ghana.

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Colombia Stats & Team News

Nestor Lorenzo’s Colombia will be dreaming of a shock run to the World Cup final this summer after impressing during the opening round. The nation’s previous best display at the tournament came back in 2014, reaching the quarterfinals in Brazil.

The South Americans topped Group K, besting Portugal following a draw between the two heavyweights on MD3.

Colombia have excelled defensively, keeping successive clean sheets, and allowing just one goal in their three fixtures. Daniel Munoz has been a notable threat from right-back, scoring twice in three appearances.

Likely Lineup:

(4-2-3-1) Vargas (GK); Munoz, Sanchez, Lucumi, Mojica; Lerma, Puerta; Arias, Rodriguez, Diaz; Suarez

Ghana Stats & Team News

Carlos Queiroz has guided Ghana through to the knockout stage of a World Cup for the first time since 2010. The achievement ends a run of two straight group stage exits, and much of their success has been built on their reliable defensive record.

Ghana stifled England on MD2, earning a 0-0 draw, but they could have easily scored a shock win based on the chances that they created on the counterattack. Ultimately, they were forced to settle for third in Group L after losing against Croatia last weekend.

Once again, the Super Eagles will look to play on the counterattack, with pacey forwards such as Antoine Semenyo and Inaki Williams likely to burst into life when the team wins the ball back.

Likely Lineup:

(4-1-2-3) Asare (GK); Senaya, Adjetey, Luckassen, Mensah; Partey; Owusu, Sibo; Sulemana, Williams, Semenyo

Head-to-Head Stats

• This round of 32 clash is a first-ever meeting between Colombia and Ghana.

Colombia vs. Ghana World Cup Picks

Ghana’s deep defensive line will likely impact the space that Diaz and Arias will have in the final third. However, the South American nation’s ability to create chances bodes well, meaning that a win for Colombia remains the most likely outcome on Friday.

• Colombia (-188)