Colombia vs Ghana: Predicted Lineups & Team News
Colombia and Ghana are set to face each other in the round of 32 knock-out stage of the World Championship Play-Offs, with a place in the next round firmly on the line. Both nations have battled their way through to this 1/16-finals tie, making it one of the more intriguing match-ups across the wider play-off schedule. Colombia will look to their creative hub Rodríguez J. and wide threat Diaz L. to provide the spark in the final third, while Ghana’s hopes may well hinge on the industry of Partey T. in midfield and the attacking intent of Ayew J. up front.
Colombia Predicted Lineup (4-3-3)
Colombia come into this fixture with a clean bill of health, with no absentees or doubtful players reported ahead of the match. The manager is expected to field a settled 4-3-3 shape, with the side looking well-stocked across all areas of the pitch.
| Jersey # | Player |
|---|---|
| 12 | Vargas C. |
| 2 | Munoz D. |
| 23 | Sanchez D. |
| 3 | Lucumi J. |
| 17 | Mojica J. |
| 11 | Arias J. |
| 18 | Lerma J. |
| 14 | Puerta G. |
| 10 | Rodriguez J. |
| 25 | Suarez L. |
| 7 | Diaz L. |
- Will not play: None reported.
- Questionable: None reported.
Ghana Predicted Lineup (4-1-4-1)
Ghana also report no injury concerns ahead of this play-off tie, allowing the head coach to select from a full squad. The 4-1-4-1 structure should see Partey T. deployed as the lone defensive midfielder, shielding the back four and providing a platform for the attacking players ahead of him.
| Jersey # | Player |
|---|---|
| 16 | Asare B. |
| 26 | Senaya M. |
| 4 | Adjetey J. |
| 18 | Opoku J. |
| 14 | Mensah G. |
| 5 | Partey T. |
| 11 | Semenyo A. |
| 3 | Yirenkyi C. |
| 15 | Owusu E. |
| 22 | Sulemana K. |
| 9 | Ayew J. |
- Will not play: None reported.
- Questionable: None reported.
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