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Colombia will face DR Congo at the Estadio Akron in the second Group K fixture of the 2026 World Cup, with both teams hoping to take a step closer to the knockout stage.
Los Cafeteros’ performance in their opening game got a boost in our World Cup 2026 betting guide after securing a comfortable victory over Uzbekistan to move top of the group.
The Leopards, on the other hand, shocked title favourites Portugal, holding them to a draw in their opening game.
With both countries still in the race for automatic qualification to round 32, a win for either team will improve their chances.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Colombia vs. DR Congo key stats
- Colombia have failed to keep a clean sheet in four of their last five games across all competitions.
- Colombia have won eight of their last 11 games across all competitions.
- DR Congo have only managed one win in their last five games across all competitions.
Colombia vs. DR Congo preview: A battle for round of 32 qualification
| Colombia | vs | DR Congo |
|---|---|---|
| 13th | FIFA Ranking | 46th |
| David Ospina (130) | Most Caps | Chancel Mbemba (110) |
| James Rodriguez (31) | Most Goals | Cedric Bakambu (21) |
| 1058 | Total Caps | 812 |
| 111 | Total Goals | 83 |
| 0 | Uncapped Players | 0 |
After impressive performances in their opening matches, Colombia and DR Congo arrive full of belief, but with little room for mistakes in what is shaping up to be a highly competitive group.
Colombia head to the 2026 World Cup, having won their last two friendly games comfortably.
They got their campaign underway with an opening 3-1 win over Uzbekistan, showing exactly why they are considered a strong team.
Goals from Luis Diaz, Jaminton Campaz and Daniel Munoz gave Nestor Lorenzo's side the deserved victory.
Having made a good start to their seventh World Cup appearance, Los Cafeteros are hoping to build on the success of their memorable quarter-final run in 2014.
DR Congo, meanwhile, are enjoying a historic moment, having held Portugal to a draw in their opening game.
The Leopards' confidence received a boost when Yoane Wissa scored a landmark goal against Roberto Martinez’s team.
Not only did they secure a valuable 1-1 draw, but it also marked DR Congo's first-ever goal at a World Cup finals tournament.
That result proved they can compete against elite opposition and should ensure they approach this contest with belief rather than fear.
However, their last six results have been worrisome, with just one win in their last six games across all competitions.
Colombia vs. DR Congo form guide & betting tips
| Colombia | vs | DR Congo |
|---|---|---|
LLWWW |
Form | WDDLD |
| 10 | Goals For | 4 |
| 7 | Goals Against | 3 |
W |
World Cup | D |
Whispers predicts: Colombia 2-1 DR Congo
Colombia have been the more in-form side of the two teams, and we are tipping them to win against DR Congo.
However, DR Congo are no pushovers and are expected to find the back of the net.
The bookmakers have made Colombia the favourites to win at 4/9 (1.44), while a draw is currently valued at 16/5 (4.20).
A victory for DR Congo is priced at 6/1 (7.00), offering a massive return for those who believe the African side can produce an upset.
In addition to the primary outcomes, the odds for over 2.5 goals are set at 11/10 (2.10), which is very appealing.
The odds for Colombia's total goals (over 1.5) are 8/11 (1.73), while Luis Diaz as an anytime goalscorer is 6/5 (2.20).
> Colombia to win at 4/9 (1.44) | Likelihood: Possible
> Over 2.5 goals at 11/10 (2.10) | Likelihood: Probable
> Colombia total goals (over 1.5) at 8/11 (1.73) | Likelihood: Possible
> Luis Diaz anytime goalscorer at 6/5 (2.20) | Likelihood: Probable