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

Last quarter-final spot is up for grabs in Vancouver contest

Switzerland and Colombia do battle today in the final last-16 tie of the World Cup 2026.

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 and 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 today on Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

The match will take place at BC Place in Vancouver, Canada.

TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live and free-to-air 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 the BBC iPlayer and ITVX app.

Switzerland vs Colombia team news

In-form Switzerland star Johan Manzambi, Ruben Vargas and Djibril Sow all left training early on Monday, while Luca Jaquez and Michel Aebischer were already doubtful due to injury.

Granit Xhaka, Manuel Akanji and Breel Embolo are all being monitored due to muscular overload.

Colombia have lost striker Jhon Cordoba for the remainder of the World Cup due to an adductor tear suffered against Ghana.

Defenders: Manuel Akanji, Aurele Amenda, Eray Comert, Nico Elvedi, Luca Jaquez, Miro Muheim, Ricardo Rodriguez, Silvan Widmer

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

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, 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

Switzerland vs Colombia match odds

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