Switzerland vs Colombia: World Cup 2026 prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds | OneFootball

Big opportunity knocks for two of the lesser fancied teams

A place in the World Cup quarter-finals is at stake as Switzerland face Colombia in the last round of 16 tie.

Switzerland have not progressed past this stage of a World Cup since 1954 when they hosted the tournament, but appear well placed to finally clear a 72-year hurdle.

The Swiss topped Group B after bouncing back from a disappointing draw with Qatar in their opener, beating Bosnia-Herzegovina, co-hosts Canada and then Algeria in the round of 32.

Colombia, meanwhile, have been one of the more exciting teams to watch in North America, emerging as a potential dark horse to go all the way having conceded just once en route to reaching the last-16.

The winners of this tie progress to the quarter-finals where they will face the victors of Argentina vs Egypt.

Switzerland vs Colombia is scheduled for a 9pm BST kick-off on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

The match will take place at BC Place Vancouver.

Where to watch Switzerland vs Colombia for FREE

TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on ITV1, with coverage starting at 8.15pm BST.

Live stream: UK viewers can also catch the contest live online via the ITVX app or the ITV website.

Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog.

Free highlights: World Cup highlights are available on FIFA’s official YouTube channel, along with BBC iPlayer / ITVX app and their websites.

Switzerland vs Colombia team news

Denis Zakaria, who has been operating as a makeshift right-back, will be assessed after being forced off with a knock during the 2-0 win over Algeria.

Silvan Widmer is on standby to replace the the Monaco ace, but Murat Yakin is likely to stick the same team that started the round of 32 clash, meaning another opportunity for Johan Manzambi.

Colombia will be without Jhon Cordoba as he was replaced five minutes into the round of 32 win over Ghana due to injury.

James Rodriguez is also a doubt after being replaced at half-time, meaning Richard Rios and Juan Quintero are in contention for starts.

Switzerland squad

Midfielders: Michel Aebischer, Christian Fassnacht, Remo Freuler, Ardon Jashari, Johan Manzambi, Fabian Rieder, Djibril Sow, Ruben Vargas, Granit Xhaka, Denis Zakaria

Forwards: Zeki Amdouni, Breel Embolo, Cedric Itten, Dan Ndoye, Noah Okafor

Colombia squad

Goalkeepers: Camilo Vargas, David Ospina, Alvaro Montero

Defenders: Johan Mojica, Deiver Machado, Daniel Munoz, Santiago Arias, Davinson Sanchez, Jhon Lucumi, Yerry Mina, Willer Ditta

Midfielders: Jefferson Lerma, Richard Ríos, Kevin Castano, Jorge Carrascal, James Rodriguez, Juan Fernando Quintero, Gustavo Puerta, Juan Camilo Portilla, Jhon Arias, Jamilton Campaz

Forwards: Carlos Andres Gomez, Luis Suarez, Jhon Cordoba, Juan Camilo Hernandez, Luis Diaz

Johan Manzambi has caught the eye for Switzerland at the World Cup

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Switzerland vs Colombia prediction

This is a tough one to call. Both sides are unbeaten so far and know this is a great opportunity to reach a World Cup quarter-final.

We expect a close encounter with Colombia edging things in extra-time.

Colombia to win 2-1.

Switzerland wins: 1

Colombia wins: 2

Draws: 1

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