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Colombia Overcome Ghana to Reach World Cup Last 16
- On Friday, Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City, with midfielder Jhon Arias scoring in the 14th minute to secure a World Cup round of 16 spot.
- Sweltering conditions with a heat index of 96 degrees Fahrenheit forced hydration breaks for both squads, while coach Néstor Lorenzo substituted Luis Suarez for injured forward Jhon Cordoba early in the match.
- Colombia dominated the contest, limiting Ghana to zero shots on goal while veteran playmaker James Rodríguez marked his 10th World Cup start, tying Carlos Valderrama and Freddy Rincón for the national record.
- This victory marked Colombia's second knockout-stage win in World Cup history since 2014, though Luis Diaz had a goal ruled out for offside in the 56th minute that would have doubled the lead.
- Colombia will face Switzerland on Tuesday in Vancouver, British Columbia, in a round of 16 match where the winner advances to the quarterfinals of the 2026 World Cup.
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Forced into making a rare early move, Colombia coach Nestor Lorenzo sent Luis Suarez onto the field, and he promptly delivered a sharp cross that Jhon Arias flicked into the net, resulting in the only goal on a sweltering night at Arrowhead Stadium and sending Los Cafeteros into the Round of 16 at the World Cup with a 1-0 victory over the Black Stars.
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Four games, three victories and a draw: Colombia also convinces against Ghana at this World Cup and stands after a 1-0 victory in the eighth final.
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