Live Match: Colombia vs Ghana, FIFA World Cup Knockout Stage

Colombia have secured a 1-0 win over Ghana in this FIFA World Cup knockout encounter, with the second half now concluded. The closing exchanges were lively as Colombia pushed relentlessly for a second goal, only to be repeatedly thwarted by Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi. Néstor Lorenzo's disciplined and attack-minded side have once again underlined their credentials as one of the tournament's standout teams.

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97:28 — Second Half Over
77' Yellow Card — Richard Ríos Booked for Dangerous Challenge
75' Yellow Card — Ghana's Seidu Booked for Rough Challenge
65:35 Yellow Card
52:08 — Half-Time
11:41 — Yellow Card Shown to Arias

July 04, 2026 09:01
Full Time
97:28 — Second Half Over
The second half has come to a close. The scoreline at the final whistle reads Colombia 1, Ghana 0.
July 04, 2026 09:00
Free Kick
96:06 — Free Kick Conceded
Ghana's Ernest Nuamah gives away possession with a foul.
July 04, 2026 09:00
Free Kick
96:06 — Free Kick Won by Sánchez
Davinson Sánchez earns Colombia a free kick in their own defensive half.
July 04, 2026 09:00
Free Kick
95:54 — Free Kick Surrendered
Colombia's Gustavo Puerta concedes a foul.
July 04, 2026 09:00
Free Kick
95:54 — Fatawu Wins a Free Kick
Ghana's Abdul Fatawu wins a free kick for his side in the defensive half.
July 04, 2026 09:00
Corner
95:45 — Ati Zigi Denies Campaz
Lawrence Ati Zigi pulls off a fine stop to deny Jaminton Campaz. The Colombia winger drove a left-footed effort from a tight angle and considerable distance on the left side, but Ghana's keeper reacted well to push it away in the top-left corner. The move was started by a headed pass from Jhon Lucumí.
July 04, 2026 09:00
94:55 — Suárez Effort Blocked
Luis Suárez fires a right-footed attempt from the left side of the penalty area, but it is blocked. The chance was created by Jaminton Campaz.
July 04, 2026 08:59
Corner
95:24 — Ati Zigi Tips Ríos's Strike Around the Post
Lawrence Ati Zigi makes another crucial intervention, this time keeping out Richard Ríos. The Colombia midfielder unleashed a right-footed shot from a tricky angle and long range on the right, but Ghana's keeper got down low to save it in the bottom-right corner. Juan Fernando Quintero had provided the assist.
July 04, 2026 08:59
94:58 — Puerta's Long-Range Shot Blocked
Gustavo Puerta gets off a right-footed attempt from outside the penalty box, but it is blocked before it can reach the goal.
July 04, 2026 08:58
Corner
94:03 — Campaz Just Misses the Mark
Colombia go desperately close — Jaminton Campaz fires a left-footed shot from a difficult angle on the left that just clips past the top-left corner. The chance was fashioned by Juan Fernando Quintero.
July 04, 2026 08:57
92:33 — Play Resumes
The stoppage is over and both teams are back on their feet, ready to continue.
July 04, 2026 08:55
91:28 — Match Paused for Ríos Injury
The game is temporarily halted as Colombia's Richard Ríos goes down with an injury and receives attention on the pitch.
July 04, 2026 08:55
91:28 — Second Delay as Mensah Injured
Play is interrupted again as Ghana's Gideon Mensah is also down with an injury that requires medical attention.
July 04, 2026 08:55
91:06 — Ríos Heads Wide from Close Range
Colombia squander a gilt-edged opening — Richard Ríos gets his head on the ball from point-blank range but directs his effort wide to the left. The delivery came from a cross by Juan Fernando Quintero.
July 04, 2026 08:54
90' — Six Minutes of Stoppage Time Added
The fourth official holds up the board to indicate that six additional minutes will be played at the end of the second half.
July 04, 2026 08:54
Free Kick
89:55 — Ríos Earns a Free Kick
Richard Ríos wins a free kick in Colombia's defensive half.
July 04, 2026 08:54
Free Kick
89:55 — Nuamah Penalised
Ghana's Ernest Nuamah is penalised after being adjudged to have fouled.
July 04, 2026 08:53
89:33 — Colombia Substitution: Campaz Replaces Díaz
Colombia make a late change as Jaminton Campaz is brought on in place of Luis Díaz.
July 04, 2026 08:51
Free Kick
86:58 — Semenyo Commits Foul
Ghana's Antoine Semenyo is penalised for a foul.
July 04, 2026 08:51
Free Kick
86:58 — Puerta Awarded Free Kick
Colombia's Gustavo Puerta is awarded a free kick in the defensive half.
July 04, 2026 08:47
83' Miss — Quintero's Long-Range Left-Foot Effort Goes Wide
Juan Fernando Quintero had a sight at goal but his left-footed strike from beyond the penalty area failed to trouble the goalkeeper, missing the target.
July 04, 2026 08:46
Offside
81' Offside — Díaz Flagged as Colombian Attack Breaks Down
Colombia's Luis Díaz was adjudged offside, bringing what looked like a promising attacking move to an abrupt halt.
July 04, 2026 08:45
80' Save — Zigi Denies Sánchez Header at the Centre of His Goal
Davinson Sánchez met a delivery from Juan Fernando Quintero and directed a firm header goalward from inside the penalty area, but Ghana's goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi positioned himself well to gather it at the centre of his goal.
July 04, 2026 08:45
79' Blocked — Díaz Right-Foot Drive Stopped by Ghana Defender
Luis Díaz let fly with a right-footed attempt from range, but a Ghana defender got across to deflect the shot clear before it could trouble the goal.
July 04, 2026 08:44
Corner
79' Corner — Luckassen Concedes as Colombia Keep the Pressure On
Derrick Luckassen's intervention sent the ball behind Ghana's own goal line, earning Colombia a corner kick as they continued to press forward.
July 04, 2026 08:42
Free Kick
78' Foul — Ghana's Prince Adu Gives Away a Free Kick
Ghana's Prince Adu was penalised for a foul, handing Colombia a free-kick opportunity just moments after coming onto the pitch.
July 04, 2026 08:42
Free Kick
78' Free Kick Won — Sánchez Earns Set-Piece in Colombia's Defensive Half
Davinson Sánchez was brought down in Colombia's own half of the pitch, earning his side a free kick.
July 04, 2026 08:42
78' Substitution — Ghana: Prince Adu Comes On for Caleb Yirenkyi
Ghana made a change with Prince Adu entering the field to replace Caleb Yirenkyi as the Black Stars looked to refresh their options in the final stages.
July 04, 2026 08:42
78' Substitution — Ghana: Ernest Nuamah On as Jordan Ayew Is Withdrawn
Ghana made another tactical change as Ernest Nuamah was brought on in place of Jordan Ayew, with the match entering its critical final period and the Black Stars needing fresh legs.
July 04, 2026 08:42
Yellow Card
77' Yellow Card — Richard Ríos Booked for Dangerous Challenge
Colombia's Richard Ríos was shown a yellow card by the referee following a reckless challenge that was deemed a bad foul.
July 04, 2026 08:41
Free Kick
77' Free Kick Won — Fatawu Draws Foul in Ghana's Defensive Half
Abdul Fatawu was brought down in Ghana's defensive half, winning a free kick for his side.
July 04, 2026 08:41
Free Kick
77' Foul — Ríos Penalised for Challenge on Fatawu
Richard Ríos of Colombia was penalised after fouling Abdul Fatawu, conceding possession to the Ghanaian side.
July 04, 2026 08:40
Free Kick
76' Miss — Quintero's Direct Free Kick Sails Well Over the Crossbar
Juan Fernando Quintero stepped up to take a direct free kick from distance but his left-footed delivery flew well above the crossbar and into the stands.
July 04, 2026 08:40
Yellow Card
75' Yellow Card — Ghana's Seidu Booked for Rough Challenge
Alidu Seidu of Ghana was cautioned by the referee after a dangerous challenge earned him a yellow card booking.
July 04, 2026 08:40
Free Kick
75' Foul — Seidu Concedes Free Kick for Ghana
Alidu Seidu of Ghana was penalised for a foul, conceding a free kick to the opposition in an attacking position.
July 04, 2026 08:40
Free Kick
75' Free Kick Won — Mojica Earns Colombia Set-Piece in Attacking Half
Johan Mojica was brought down in the attacking half, handing Colombia a free kick in a threatening area of the pitch.
July 04, 2026 08:37
Free Kick
73' Foul — Puerta Penalised, Ghana Awarded Free Kick
Colombia's Gustavo Puerta was penalised for a foul, awarding Ghana a free kick in their own defensive half of the field.
July 04, 2026 08:37
Free Kick
73' Free Kick Won — Partey Draws Foul in Ghana's Defensive Half
Ghana's Thomas Partey was fouled in his team's own defensive half, winning the Black Stars a free kick.
July 04, 2026 08:36
72' Substitution — Colombia: Quintero On as Jhon Arias Is Withdrawn
Colombia made a tactical change, withdrawing Jhon Arias from the game and introducing Juan Fernando Quintero to inject fresh creativity into their attack.
July 04, 2026 08:36
71' Delay Ends — Both Teams Ready to Resume Play
The stoppage came to an end with both sides set to continue and the action on the pitch resuming as normal.
July 04, 2026 08:31
Yellow Card
65:35 Yellow Card
Referee produces a yellow card for Ghana's Abdul Fatawu.
July 04, 2026 08:31
Free Kick
65:30 Free Kick Lost
Ghana's Abdul Fatawu gives away a foul.
July 04, 2026 08:29
Free Kick
65:30 Free Kick Won
Gustavo Puerta earns a free kick for Colombia deep in their own defensive half.
July 04, 2026 08:29
65:03 End Delay
The stoppage is over and both sides are set to resume play.
July 04, 2026 08:29
64:40 Start Delay
Play is temporarily held up after Ghana's Abdul Fatawu goes down with an injury.
July 04, 2026 08:26
61:32 Substitution
Ghana are forced into a change through injury, with Elisha Owusu coming on to replace the stricken Kwasi Sibo.
July 04, 2026 08:26
61:13 Substitution
Ghana ring the changes, sending on Abdul Fatawu to replace Iñaki Williams.
July 04, 2026 08:24
Free Kick
60:50 Free Kick Won
Antoine Semenyo wins a free kick for Ghana in their own defensive half.
July 04, 2026 08:24
Free Kick
60:50 Free Kick Lost
Colombia's Richard Ríos is penalised for a foul.
July 04, 2026 08:23
Free Kick
59:50 Free Kick Won
Ghana's Jordan Ayew picks up a free kick in the attacking half.
July 04, 2026 08:23
Free Kick
59:50 Free Kick Lost
Colombia's Richard Ríos concedes yet another foul.
July 04, 2026 08:23
Free Kick
58:22 Free Kick Lost
Ghana's Jerome Opoku gives away a foul.
July 04, 2026 08:23
Free Kick
58:22 Free Kick Won
Colombia's Luis Suárez wins a free kick inside their own half.
July 04, 2026 08:23
Corner
57:20 Attempt Saved
Luis Díaz (Colombia) drives a right-footed effort from the centre of the area, but Lawrence Ati Zigi pulls off a fine stop in the bottom left corner. The chance was created by Gustavo Puerta.
July 04, 2026 08:21
Offside
55:44 Offside
Colombia's Luis Díaz is flagged for offside, bringing their attacking move to a halt.
July 04, 2026 08:19
55:06 Miss
Davinson Sánchez (Colombia) tries his luck with a right-footed effort from outside the area, but the ball clears the crossbar.
July 04, 2026 08:19
Corner
54:23 Attempt Saved
Gustavo Puerta (Colombia) strikes right-footed from the left side of the box, but Lawrence Ati Zigi keeps it out with a save in the bottom right corner. The assist came from Luis Díaz.
July 04, 2026 08:19
Corner
54:09 Corner
Colombia are awarded a corner, conceded by Derrick Luckassen.
July 04, 2026 08:15
Free Kick
50:19 Free Kick Lost
Ghana's Caleb Yirenkyi is penalised for a foul.
July 04, 2026 08:14
Free Kick
50:19 Free Kick Won
Jefferson Lerma wins a free kick for Colombia in their own defensive half.
July 04, 2026 08:09
Kick Off
45' — Second Half Gets Going
The second half is now in progress. Colombia resume with a one-goal lead over Ghana, the scoreline reading Colombia 1, Ghana 0.
July 04, 2026 08:08
45' — Colombia Make a Change: Richard Ríos On, James Rodríguez Off
Colombia have rung a change at the break. Richard Ríos has entered the pitch as a replacement for James Rodríguez, who has been withdrawn ahead of the second half.
July 04, 2026 07:52
Half Time
52:08 — Half-Time
The whistle goes and the first half is over. Colombia take a 1-0 lead over Ghana into the interval.
July 04, 2026 07:52
Free Kick
51:04 — Free Kick Won by Ghana
Kwasi Sibo wins a free kick for Ghana out on the left flank.
July 04, 2026 07:51
Free Kick
51:04 — Foul Conceded by Colombia
Luis Suárez of Colombia is penalised for a foul.
July 04, 2026 07:51
Free Kick
50:03 — Free Kick for Ghana in the Defensive Half
Jerome Opoku earns Ghana a free kick awarded inside their own defensive half.
July 04, 2026 07:50
Free Kick
50:03 — Foul Given Against Colombia
Luis Suárez is penalised once more for a foul, gifting Ghana another set-piece chance.
July 04, 2026 07:48
47:15 — Stoppage Ends, Action Resumes
The hold-up is over and both teams are back on the field, ready to get going again.
July 04, 2026 07:47
45:45 — Match Halted After Alidu Seidu Picks Up Injury
Play was brought to a standstill after Ghana's Alidu Seidu went down with an injury on the pitch.
July 04, 2026 07:47
Corner
45:24 — Ati Zigi Keeps Out Mojica's Point-Blank Header
Colombia went agonizingly close when Johan Mojica directed a header goalward from almost no distance, but Ghana custodian Lawrence Ati Zigi got down smartly to his bottom-left corner and turned it away. The chance had been crafted by a cross delivered by Daniel Muñoz.
July 04, 2026 07:47
45' — Six Minutes of Added Time Announced for First Half
The fourth official has held up the board indicating that six minutes of extra time will be played at the end of the first half.
July 04, 2026 07:45
43:47 — Williams Left-Footed Effort Blocked
Ghana's Iñaki Williams fired a left-footed shot from inside the penalty area, but the effort was cut out before it could reach the goalkeeper.
July 04, 2026 07:45
43:46 — Semenyo Right-Foot Drive from Outside Box Blocked
Barely a second before that, Ghana's Antoine Semenyo had unleashed a right-footed drive from beyond the box, only for it to be blocked. Gideon Mensah had set the move in motion for him.
July 04, 2026 07:42
41:17 — Suárez Header Drifts Just Wide to the Right
Colombia's Luis Suárez got his head on a Jefferson Lerma cross from the centre of the box but glanced it fractionally past the right side of the goal.
July 04, 2026 07:39
39:16 — Williams Long-Range Left-Foot Shot Goes High and Wide Left
Ghana's Iñaki Williams attempted a left-footed strike from long range, but the ball climbed high and drifted well wide to the left of the target. Antoine Semenyo had played a part in building the move.
July 04, 2026 07:39
38:10 — Díaz Right-Foot Shot Narrowly Misses Left Post
Colombia's Luis Díaz struck a right-footed shot from the centre of the penalty area that came tantalisingly close to nestling in the net, but crept narrowly past the left side of goal.
July 04, 2026 07:38
36:31 — Shot Blocked
With Thomas Partey providing the assist, Antoine Semenyo unleashed a right-footed strike from outside the penalty area, only for a Colombia defender to get in the way and prevent it from reaching the target.
July 04, 2026 07:37
Corner
36:35 — Corner Awarded to Ghana
James Rodríguez of Colombia gave away a corner, handing Ghana another set-piece opportunity in the attacking third.
July 04, 2026 07:35
Free Kick
34:20 — Suárez Commits Foul
Colombia's Luis Suárez was penalised for a foul, surrendering possession and gifting the opposition a free kick.
July 04, 2026 07:35
Free Kick
34:20 — Partey Earns Free Kick
Ghana's Thomas Partey drew a foul in the defensive half, winning his side a free kick and allowing Ghana to reset their build-up play.
July 04, 2026 07:35
33:54 — Williams Effort Blocked
Caleb Yirenkyi picked out Iñaki Williams, who cut in from the left channel of the box and hit a right-footed shot, but Colombia's defence stood firm and blocked the attempt before it could find the net.
July 04, 2026 07:33
Corner
32:44 — Ghana Win Another Corner
Johan Mojica of Colombia was forced to concede a corner, giving Ghana yet another set-piece chance to threaten the opposition goal.
July 04, 2026 07:33
26:41 — Action Resumes
The stoppage has come to an end and both sets of players are back on the pitch, ready to resume the contest.
July 04, 2026 07:33
23:32 — Match Paused for Drinks Break
Play was briefly halted as a scheduled drinks break was called, giving both teams a short pause before resuming.
July 04, 2026 07:20
19:49 Attempt Saved
Colombia went close to taking the lead as Luis Díaz unleashed a right-footed drive from beyond the penalty area, but Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi got down sharply to smother the ball in the middle of his goal and keep the scores level. The chance had been crafted with an assist from Gustavo Puerta.
July 04, 2026 07:19
Free Kick
19:13 — Ghana Pick Up a Free Kick
Antoine Semenyo earns a free kick for Ghana inside their own defensive half.
July 04, 2026 07:19
Free Kick
19:13 — Muñoz Penalised for Foul
Daniel Muñoz is penalised for a foul, surrendering possession to the opposition via a free kick.
July 04, 2026 07:15
13:47 — Díaz Header Drifts Wide
Luis Díaz's close-range header goes wide to the left. The delivery was provided by Luis Suárez via a cross.
July 04, 2026 07:14
Corner
13:49 — GOAL! Colombia 1–0 Ghana
GOAL! Jhon Arias drives a right-footed strike from the middle of the penalty area into the bottom-right corner. The assist was provided by Luis Díaz. Score: Colombia 1, Ghana 0.
July 04, 2026 07:13
12:29 — Substitution: Seidu on for Senaya, Ghana
Ghana are forced into a change after an injury. Alidu Seidu enters the field as a replacement for Marvin Senaya.
July 04, 2026 07:13
12:23 — Delay Over, Action to Resume
The stoppage has come to an end and both sides are set to get back underway.
July 04, 2026 07:12
11:53 — Play Halted Again for Senaya Injury
Play is halted once more after Ghana's Marvin Senaya goes down with an injury.
July 04, 2026 07:12
Yellow Card
11:41 — Yellow Card Shown to Arias
Jhon Arias is booked after committing a reckless foul, picking up a yellow card.
July 04, 2026 07:12
Free Kick
11:19 — Williams Earns Free Kick for Ghana
Iñaki Williams wins a free kick for Ghana in the defensive half of the pitch.
July 04, 2026 07:12
Free Kick
11:19 — Arias Gives Away a Foul
Jhon Arias concedes a foul, handing Ghana a free kick opportunity.
July 04, 2026 07:10
Corner
10:27 — Corner Awarded to Colombia
Colombia are awarded a corner kick, which was conceded by Caleb Yirenkyi.
July 04, 2026 07:10
9:56 — Delay Over
The interruption is over and play is about to restart.
July 04, 2026 07:09
8:24 — Match Paused for Senaya Injury
The match is paused after Ghana's Marvin Senaya sustains an injury on the field.
July 04, 2026 07:07
7:22 — Suárez Replaces Injured Córdoba, Colombia
Colombia make an enforced early change as Luis Suárez comes on to replace the injured Jhon Córdoba.
July 04, 2026 07:03
Free Kick
3:27 — Early Free Kick Earned by Ghana
Antoine Semenyo picks up an early free kick for Ghana in the defensive half of the pitch.
July 04, 2026 07:03
Free Kick
3:27 — Puerta Penalised, Free Kick Conceded
Gustavo Puerta is penalised for a foul, handing Ghana a free kick in their favour.
July 04, 2026 07:01
First Half — Partey Shot Misses Left
Thomas Partey unleashes a right-footed effort from outside the penalty area, but the ball narrowly misses to the left.
July 04, 2026 07:00
Kick Off
First Half Kicks Off
The first half of this FIFA World Cup knockout fixture has got underway.
July 04, 2026 05:38
Starting Lineups Out
Both teams have confirmed their starting elevens and the players are now on the pitch going through their pre-match warm-up routines.