Colombia vs DR Congo — World Cup 2026

Tale of the tape.

Last five walks into the room.

Who's hotter going in? Latest competitive results, newest first.

Three duels that decide it.

// Left wing vs Right back · Electric vs Defensive

L. Díaz

#7 · Liverpool

VS

A. Wan-Bissaka

#2 · West Ham

Díaz's blistering pace and direct running will test Wan-Bissaka's ability to stay tight. The Liverpool speedster thrives in one-v-one situations, but Wan-Bissaka's reactive defending—sharp but sometimes vulnerable to quick feet—could be overwhelmed if Colombia's midfield supplies width early. This is where Colombia's attacking intent begins.

// Playmaker vs Box-to-box · Creativity vs Tenacity

J. Rodríguez

#10 · Rayo Vallecano

VS

N. Sadiki

#14 · Union St. Gilloise

Rodríguez will orchestrate Colombia's rhythm from the middle, but Sadiki's engine and pressing intensity—typical of Belgian league intensity—could disrupt the flow. Whoever wins this midfield chess match dictates tempo. Sadiki's physical presence means Rodríguez must time his touches and movements with precision.

// Centre-back vs Striker · Experience vs Physicality

D. Sánchez

#23 · Galatasaray

VS

C. Bakambu

#17 · Real Betis

Bakambu's intelligent movement and experience in La Liga will ask Sánchez serious questions, but the Galatasaray defender's reading of the game—honed in Turkish football's physical environment—should hold firm. Bakambu's threat depends on quick service; Sánchez must deny him space before the ball arrives.

Colombia's Pace vs DR Congo's Discipline

Colombia arrive as group-stage favorites with Díaz and Rodríguez pulling strings from the flanks and middle. DR Congo, under Desabre's watchful eye, will compact defensively and hunt for transitions—a classic Latin American duel between flair and function.

Win probability.

Even-money default — ranks not yet on file.

The bench faceoff.

Colombia · Head coach

N. Lorenzo

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DR Congo · Head coach

S. Desabre

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Where to watch.