The Colombian national team secured its passage to the Round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup by defeating Ghana 1-0 in Kansas City. The crucial goal was scored by Jhon Arias in the first half. Nestor Lorenzo's squad will face Switzerland on July 7 at the BC Place Stadium, seeking a spot in the quarterfinals.
The Colombian national team secured their spot in the next round of the 2026 World Cup after beating Ghana in the Round of 32. Player Rios emphasized the squad's unity as the crucial factor behind this major achievement.
The Colombian national team secured a 0-0 draw against Portugal in Miami, advancing to the Round of 16 as Group K leaders with 7 points. Head coach Néstor Lorenzo praised his squad's performance against one of the tournament favorites, while acknowledging the need for improved finishing. Their next challenge: Ghana on July 3rd.
In a heart-stopping finish in Toronto, Caleb Yirenkyi scored in the 90'+5 to give Ghana a dramatic 1-0 victory in their Group L debut. Panama's goalkeeper Orlando Mosquera went forward seeking a late equalizer. Ghana takes 3 points and joins England at the top of the group.
Una nueva ola de ataques xenófobos en Sudáfrica ha causado la muerte de al menos siete ciudadanos mozambiqueños desde el viernes pasado. Más de 800 personas fueron víctimas de violencia en la provincia del Cabo Occidental, mientras gobiernos africanos trabajan en repatriaciones y un obispo ghanés pide evitar represalias para prevenir un efecto dominó en el continente.
Alfredo S. Quiroga
