The match at Estadio Akron
The World Cup clash between Colombia and the Democratic Republic of Congo is becoming a focal point of attention as both teams strive to assert their position in the group. The match will be held at the Estadio Akron at 09:00 on June 24, 2026. This is a crucial time for the teams to accumulate points and build momentum for the upcoming rounds.
Analysis of form and playing style
Colombia entered this match with great confidence after winning their last game. The South American representatives are always known for their technical style of play, excellent ball control, and fast-paced attacks down the flanks. Securing all three points in their last match not only gave them an advantage in terms of points but also relieved psychological pressure on the players.
On the other side of the battlefield, the Democratic Republic of Congo just played to a draw. Although they couldn't win, this result showed the resilience and discipline in the African team's playing style. The Democratic Republic of Congo often relies on their abundant physical fitness and ability to quickly switch between attacking and counter-attacking phases to surprise their opponents. However, to face a confident Colombia, they will need to focus intensely on defense and be more clinical in their counter-attacking opportunities.
Tactical analysis
Based on their current form, Colombia is considered slightly superior thanks to their recent winning streak. The South American team is likely to proactively push forward to seek an early goal, taking advantage of the momentum of their forwards. Meanwhile, the Democratic Republic of Congo may opt for a deeper defensive style, waiting for mistakes from their opponents to launch bursts of speed from the flanks.
Overall, this will be a tense battle of wits between the flair of South American football and the physical strength and discipline of the African representatives. The outcome of this match will depend heavily on the ability of Colombian strikers to capitalize on opportunities and the concentration of the Democratic Republic of Congo's defense throughout the 90 minutes of play.
Colombia's recent form
- June 18, 2026: Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia (Winner)
- 08/06/2026: Colombia 2-0 Jordan (Winner)
- June 2, 2026: Colombia 3-1 Costa Rica (Winner)
- March 30, 2026: Colombia 1-3 France (Loss)
- March 27, 2026: Colombia 1-2 Croatia (Loss)
Recent form of the Democratic Republic of Congo
- June 18, 2026: Portugal 1-1 Democratic Republic of Congo (Draw)
- June 9, 2026: Democratic Republic of Congo 1-2 Chile (Loss)
- June 4, 2026: Democratic Republic of Congo 0-0 Denmark (Draw)
- April 1, 2026: Democratic Republic of Congo 1-0 Jamaica (Winner)
- March 26, 2026: Democratic Republic of Congo 2-0 Bermuda (Winner)
Rankings
| Team | Location | Point | form |
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Team form and statistics
Colombia (Host)
Form in the last 5 matches: W
Statistics for this season:
- Played: 1 match
- Wins: 1 (0 at home)
- Draw: 0 (0 at home)
- Losses: 0 (0 at home)
Goal:
- Scored: 3 goals (Average: 3.0 goals/match)
- Goals conceded: 1 (Average: 1.0 goal/match)
Democratic Republic of Congo (Guest)
Form in the last 5 matches: D
Statistics for this season:
- Played: 1 match
- Wins: 0 (0 away wins)
- Draw: 1 (1 away game)
- Losses: 0 (0 away games)
Goal:
- Scored: 1 goal (Average: 1.0 goal/match)
- Goals conceded: 1 (Average: 1.0 goal/match)
Force situation
Colombia: No injury information available.
Congo DR: No injury information available.
Predicted lineup
Colombia
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Coach: Nestor Lorenzo
Starting lineup:
- 12. Camilo Vargas (G)
- 2. Daniel Muñoz (D)
- 23. Davinson Sánchez (D)
- 3. Jhon Lucumí (D)
- 17. Johan Mojica (D)
- 16. Jefferson Lerma (M)
- 14. Gustavo Puerta (M)
- 11. Jhon Arias (M)
- 10. James Rodríguez (F)
- 7. Luis Díaz (F)
- 25. Luis Javier Suárez (F)
Substitutes:
- 24. Álvaro Montero
- 1. David Ospina
- 13. Yerry Mina
- 18. Willer Ditta
- 22. Driver Machado
- 4. Santiago Arias
- 21. Jaminton Campaz
- 6. Richard Ríos
- 8. Jorge Carrascal
- 26. Andrés Gómez
- 15. Juan Portilla
- 20. Juan Fernando Quintero
- 5. Kevin Castaño
- 19. Cucho Hernández
- 9. Jhon Córdoba
Congo DR
Formation: 5-3-2
Coach: Sebastien Desabre
Starting lineup:
- 1. Lionel Mpasi Nzau (G)
- 2. Aaron Wan-Bissaka (D)
- 22. Chancel Mbemba (D)
- 4. Axel Tuanzebe (D)
- 3. Steve Kapuadi (D)
- 26. Arthur Masuaku (D)
- 6. Ngal'ayel Mukau (M)
- 8. Samuel Moutoussamy (M)
- 25. Edo Kayembe (M)
- 17. Cédric Bakambu (F)
- 20. Yoane Wissa (F)
Substitutes:
- 21. Matthieu Epolo
- 16. Timothy Fayulu
- 24. Gedeon Kalulu
- 12. Joris Kayembe
- 5. Dylan Batubinsika
- 15. Aaron Tshibola
- 11. Gaël Kakuta
- 18. Charles Pickel
- 9. Brian Cipenga
- 14. Noah Sadiki
- 7. Nathanaël Mbuku
- 23. Simon Banza
- 13. Meschak Elia
- 19. Fiston Mayele
Predictions and odds
Predicted winner: Colombia
Predicted odds:
- Home team wins: 45%
- Draw: 45%
- Guest wins: 10%
Predicted number of goals:
- Home team: -3.5 goals
- Guest: -1.5 table
Recommendation: Winner: Colombia
Team lineup updated at 08:28 on 24/06/2026
Official lineup
Colombia
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Coach: Nestor Lorenzo
Starting lineup:
- 12. Camilo Vargas (G)
- 2. Daniel Muñoz (D)
- 23. Davinson Sánchez (D)
- 3. Jhon Lucumí (D)
- 17. Johan Mojica (D)
- 16. Jefferson Lerma (M)
- 14. Gustavo Puerta (M)
- 11. Jhon Arias (M)
- 10. James Rodríguez (F)
- 7. Luis Díaz (F)
- 25. Luis Javier Suárez (F)
Substitutes:
- 24. Álvaro Montero
- 1. David Ospina
- 13. Yerry Mina
- 18. Willer Ditta
- 22. Driver Machado
- 4. Santiago Arias
- 21. Jaminton Campaz
- 6. Richard Ríos
- 8. Jorge Carrascal
- 26. Andrés Gómez
- 15. Juan Portilla
- 20. Juan Fernando Quintero
- 5. Kevin Castaño
- 19. Cucho Hernández
- 9. Jhon Córdoba
Democratic Republic of Congo
Formation: 5-3-2
Coach: Sebastien Desabre
Starting lineup:
- 1. Lionel Mpasi Nzau (G)
- 2. Aaron Wan-Bissaka (D)
- 22. Chancel Mbemba (D)
- 4. Axel Tuanzebe (D)
- 3. Steve Kapuadi (D)
- 26. Arthur Masuaku (D)
- 6. Ngal'ayel Mukau (M)
- 8. Samuel Moutoussamy (M)
- 25. Edo Kayembe (M)
- 17. Cédric Bakambu (F)
- 20. Yoane Wissa (F)
Substitutes:
- 21. Matthieu Epolo
- 16. Timothy Fayulu
- 24. Gedeon Kalulu
- 12. Joris Kayembe
- 5. Dylan Batubinsika
- 15. Aaron Tshibola
- 11. Gaël Kakuta
- 18. Charles Pickel
- 9. Brian Cipenga
- 14. Noah Sadiki
- 7. Nathanaël Mbuku
- 23. Simon Banza
- 13. Meschak Elia
- 19. Fiston Mayele
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