Fixture: Colombia vs D.R. Congo
Tournament: Round 2 – FIFA World Cup 2026
Date/Time: 06:00 GMT +4  24 th June
Arena: Estadio Akron (Zapopan)


Match Preview :

The Colombia vs D.R. Congo match will take place on 24 June at Estadio Akron (Zapopan) as part of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Both teams enter this fixture with high motivation, knowing that every point can be crucial in the battle for qualification to the knockout stage.

A positive result could have a significant impact on the group standings and each team’s chances of advancing in the tournament.

The FIFA World Cup is the most prestigious competition in international football, where every match carries enormous importance. Both sides will be looking to make the most of their strengths and take another step toward a successful campaign.

Colombia will aim to control possession and create scoring opportunities, while D.R. Congo will focus on maintaining a solid defensive structure and taking advantage of their chances on the counterattack.

With so much at stake, neither team will want to leave the field empty-handed. The players are expected to give their all in pursuit of a valuable result that could have a significant impact on their World Cup campaign.


At this stage of the tournament, every match matters, and the players are expected to give everything on the pitch in pursuit of a valuable result. A strong performance could provide important momentum and confidence heading into the upcoming fixtures.

Fans can expect an exciting and competitive encounter, as both teams possess talented players capable of making the difference in key moments.

Colombia are considered the favorites, but D.R. Congo will certainly fight hard to achieve a positive result and improve their chances of reaching the next round.


 

Probable Lineups

Colombia:

Goalkeeper:  David Ospina, Camilo Vargas, Álvaro Montero.

Defender:  Davinson Sánchez, Santiago Arias, Yerry Mina, Daniel Muñoz, Johan Mojica, Jhon Lucumí, Deiver Machado, Willer Ditta.

Midfielder:  James Rodríguez (captain), Jefferson Lerma, Juan Fernando Quintero, Jhon Arias, Richard Ríos, Kevin Castaño, Jorge Carrascal, Jaminton Campaz, Juan Portilla, Gustavo Puerta.

Forward:  Luis Díaz, Jhon Córdoba, Luis Suárez, Cucho Hernández, Andrés Gómez.

Coach:  Néstor Lorenzo

 

 

 

 

D.R. Congo:

Goalkeeper:  Lionel Mpasi, Timothy Fayulu, Matthieu Epolo.

Defender:  Chancel Mbemba (captain), Arthur Masuaku, Gédéon Kalulu, Joris Kayembe, Dylan Batubinsika, Axel Tuanzebe, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Steve Kapuadi.

Midfielder:  Samuel Moutoussamy, Edo Kayembe, Charles Pickel, Gaël Kakuta, Noah Sadiki, Aaron Tshibola, Ngal’ayel Mukau, Brian Cipenga.

Forward:  Cédric Bakambu, Meschak Elia, Théo Bongonda, Fiston Mayele, Yoane Wissa, Nathanaël Mbuku, Simon Banza.

Coach:  Sébastien Desabre

 

 

LiveonScore Prediction:

1. Colombia to win or draw

2. Both Teams to Score – No

3. Under 2.5 Goals