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Colombia vs DR Congo Confirmed Lineups
Competition | World Cup |
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Match Date | Wednesday 24 June 2026 |
Kick-off Time | 03:00 UK time |
Venue | Estadio Guadalajara |
The starting lineups for the World Cup fixture between Colombia and DR Congo have been confirmed.
Colombia Starting XI
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI: Camilo Vargas, Daniel Muñoz, Jhon Lucumí, Johan Mojica, Davinson Sánchez, Luis Díaz, Gustavo Puerta, James Rodríguez, Jefferson Lerma, Jhon Arias, Luis Suárez
Substitutes: Jaminton Campaz, Cucho Hernández, Álvaro Montero, Yerry Mina, Richard Ríos, Willer Ditta, Jorge Carrascal, Andrés Gómez, Deiver Machado, David Ospina, Santiago Arias, Jhon Córdoba, Juan Portilla, Juan Fernando Quintero, Kevin Castaño
DR Congo Starting XI
Formation: 5-3-2
Starting XI: Lionel Mpasi, Steve Kapuadi, Chancel Mbemba, Axel Tuanzebe, Arthur Masuaku, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Ngal'ayel Mukau, Samuel Moutoussamy, Edo Kayembe, Cédric Bakambu, Yoane Wissa
Substitutes: Aaron Tshibola, Matthieu Epolo, Théo Bongonda, Timothy Fayulu, Gaël Kakuta, Charles Pickel, Brian Cipenga, Simon Banza, Meschack Elia, Gédéon Kalulu, Joris Kayembe, Noah Sadiki, Dylan Batubinsika, Fiston Mayele, Nathanaël Mbuku
Colombia vs DR Congo Immediate Reaction
Colombia
Colombia have opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation for this World Cup clash, with Luis Suárez leading the line. He is supported by an attacking midfield trio of Jhon Arias, James Rodríguez, and Liverpool star Luis Díaz. Jefferson Lerma and Gustavo Puerta form the double pivot in midfield, protecting a back four anchored by Davinson Sánchez and Jhon Lucumí.
DR Congo
DR Congo set up in a 5-3-2 defensive structure, looking to absorb pressure and hit on the counter-attack. The back five features Axel Tuanzebe, Chancel Mbemba, and Steve Kapuadi at centre-back, flanked by wing-backs Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Arthur Masuaku. In attack, Cédric Bakambu partners Yoane Wissa, supported by a hardworking midfield trio of Ngal'ayel Mukau, Samuel Moutoussamy, and Edo Kayembe.
Colombia vs DR Congo Reactive Bet Builder
For our featured bet builder, we are backing a strong attacking showing from Colombia's key forward. We have selected Luis Díaz to score anytime and also to register over 0.5 assists during the match. Additionally, we are predicting Colombia to find plenty of joy going forward, backing over 2.5 total home goals, while DR Congo defender Chancel Mbemba is tipped to be shown a card as he attempts to keep the Colombian attack at bay.
Colombia vs DR Congo Prediction After Confirmed Lineups
With the starting lineups officially confirmed, Colombia's strong attacking lineup suggests they are well-placed to take control of this World Cup encounter. Backed by creative talents like James Rodríguez and the goalscoring threat of Luis Díaz, the South American side should have enough quality to break through DR Congo's five-man defence. While the African nation possesses a dangerous forward duo in Yoane Wissa and Cédric Bakambu who can exploit spaces on the counter, Colombia's superior depth and technical quality are expected to guide them to a hard-fought victory.
Score Prediction: 2-1
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