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Switzerland vs Colombia in World Cup Round of 16

Published July 7, 2026 · Updated July 7, 2026 · El País

Switzerland and Colombia clash in Vancouver for a spot in the quarter-finals, with both teams looking to advance beyond the round of 16 for the first time in decades.

Switzerland faces Colombia at BC Place in Vancouver, with kickoff at 22:00 Spanish time (15:00 in Colombia). The Swiss haven't reached the quarter-finals since 1954, while Colombia first achieved this milestone in 2014.

Switzerland qualified comfortably after defeating Algeria 2-0, while Colombia narrowly beat Ghana 1-0 with an early goal from Jhon Arias. The teams have met only once before, in the 1994 World Cup when Colombia won 2-0. The winner will face Argentina in the quarter-finals after their dramatic 3-2 comeback against Egypt. mchezo.life

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