What happened?

Colombia, which finished as leader of Group K, will have to overcome Ghana in the round of 16 and also advance in the quarterfinals. José Néstor Pékerman, former coach of Colombia and Argentina, revealed he always dreamed of seeing the two teams compete in the championship's most important match.

Why it matters for Colombia

A final between Colombia and Argentina would have been an unforgettable spectacle due to the footballing quality of both teams and the history that unites them. Pékerman highlighted that he knows both Néstor Lorenzo and Lionel Scaloni very well, although he acknowledged having a much closer relationship with Lorenzo.

What comes next?

If both teams fulfill the predictions and continue their path towards the title, the expected Colombia vs. Argentina match will be played on Saturday, July 11th in Kansas City. With a streak of 2 consecutive wins, Colombia aims to maintain its good performance in the tournament.

DateMatchResult
2025-11-19Colombia vs. Australia3-0

Colombia seeks to advance in the 2026 World Cup with its recent form of 3 wins and 2 draws in its last 5 games. With a good performance in the tournament, Colombia could face Argentina in the quarterfinals.