Colombia vs Ghana Predictions
World Cup · World
Colombia
Full Time
1 - 0
AI predicted 2 - 0
Ghana
Win Probability (1X2)
Best Value Pick
BTTS: No
@ 1.57(+23% edge)
Match Result
7.2/10Colombia Edge Ghana in Kansas City to Reach World Cup Quarterfinals
Colombia booked their place in the World Cup quarterfinals with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ghana at Arrowhead Stadium. James Rodríguez’s early strike in the 14th minute proved decisive, as the South Americans dominated possession and created the lion’s share of chances but were unable to extend their lead. Ghana struggled to muster a response, failing to register a single shot on target across the 90 minutes. Despite Colombia’s control—evident in their 61% possession and 20 shots (eight on target)—the match remained tense, with Ghana’s defensive resilience and physicality keeping them in contention. Both sides picked up yellow cards in a combative midfield battle, but ultimately, Colombia’s superior quality and attacking intent saw them through to the next round.
🔥 AI Prediction Report
CERTIFIED WPredicted
2 - 0
Actual
1 - 0
💰 Bet Results2/3 hit
Key Moments
14' — Goal
James Rodríguez scores with a precise finish to give Colombia the lead.
27' — Yellow Card
Jefferson Lerma (Colombia) booked for a late challenge in midfield.
38' — Yellow Card
Thomas Partey (Ghana) shown yellow for persistent fouling.
52' — Yellow Card
Johan Mojica (Colombia) cautioned after a tactical foul.
65' — Yellow Card
Gideon Mensah (Ghana) booked for a foul on Luis Díaz.
78' — Yellow Card
Kwasi Sibo (Ghana) receives yellow for dissent.
Colombia
Colombia started brightly, pressing high and moving the ball with purpose in their 4-3-3 setup. The early goal from James Rodríguez gave them a platform to dictate the tempo, and they kept Ghana pinned back for much of the contest. The attacking trio of James, Jhon Córdoba, and Luis Díaz were lively, with the midfield trio providing balance and control. While Colombia created numerous opportunities—racking up 20 shots and eight on target—they were unable to put the game to bed, leaving some nervy moments late on. Defensively, they were rarely troubled, with Camilo Vargas enjoying a quiet evening thanks to his back four’s solidity.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Ghana
Ghana set up in a 4-1-4-1 formation, looking to frustrate Colombia and hit on the break. While they showed defensive discipline and physicality—committing 10 fouls and picking up three yellow cards—they struggled to impose themselves offensively. The Black Stars managed just eight shots, none of which tested Camilo Vargas in the Colombian goal. Despite a spirited effort, Ghana’s lack of attacking cohesion and inability to transition effectively from defense to attack left them chasing shadows for much of the match. Their best moments came from set pieces and isolated forays forward, but they ultimately failed to threaten Colombia’s lead.
Key Players
Strengths
Weaknesses
Tactical Analysis
Colombia’s 4-3-3 formation allowed them to control the midfield and exploit the flanks, with James Rodríguez given license to drift and create. Their high pressing forced Ghana into errors and limited the Black Stars’ ability to play out from the back. The fullbacks, Daniel Muñoz and Johan Mojica, provided width and supported attacks, while the midfield trio balanced creativity and defensive cover. Ghana’s 4-1-4-1 looked to stifle Colombia’s creativity and spring counters through Iñaki Williams and Jordan Ayew, but their transitions were too slow and support for the lone striker was lacking. The Ghanaians defended deep and compact, but struggled to progress the ball, often resorting to long clearances. Set pieces offered rare opportunities, but Colombia’s aerial strength nullified these threats.
Turning Point
James Rodríguez’s goal in the 14th minute set the tone and forced Ghana to chase the game, a task they never looked likely to accomplish.
Man of the Match
James Rodríguez
Scored the winning goal and was the creative heartbeat of Colombia’s attack throughout.
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Expected goals · model says 1.60
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Over 2.5 Goals
35%
BTTS: Yes
31%
Likely Scores
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Colombia vs Ghana Prediction Confidence at a Glance
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Where the Model Sees Value: Colombia vs Ghana(3)
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BTTS: No@ 1.57
Both teams have strong recent defensive records (3/5 clean sheets for each), Ghana's attack is limited (0.6 goals/game last 5), and Colombia have conceded just once in the tournament. Model probability for 'no' is 0.78, significantly above market implied probability.
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Over/Under 2.5: Under 2.5@ 1.67
Both teams have seen under 2.5 goals in 2/3 World Cup games, and their combined last 5 average goals conceded is just 1.4. Model probability for under is 0.64, above the market implied probability.
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Match Result: Draw@ 3.9
Colombia are favorites, but their attack can be inefficient against deep blocks (0-0 vs Portugal, 1-0 vs Congo DR). The draw probability is slightly higher than the market suggests.
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The Case For This Colombia vs Ghana Prediction
Colombia enter this knockout clash as clear favorites, boasting strong defensive numbers and greater attacking threat than Ghana, who have struggled to create chances and score. Expect Colombia to control possession and chances, but Ghana's compactness and defensive discipline could keep the scoreline tight, especially in the first half. A low-scoring match with Colombia's quality eventually telling is the likeliest scenario.
Key Factors at a Glance
Attack
- →Ghana have failed to score in 2 of their last 5 and have limited attacking output (2.4 shots on target avg).
Defence
- →Colombia average 1.8 goals scored and just 0.4 conceded in their last 5 matches.
- →Ghana average only 0.6 goals scored per game in their last 5, with 2 clean sheets.
- →Colombia have kept 3 clean sheets in their last 5 and have not lost in the tournament.
- →Both teams have a 66.7% clean sheet rate in the World Cup group stage.
Injuries & Team News
- →No significant injuries for either side.
Match Context
- →No relevant head-to-head data available.
🚩 Colombia vs Ghana Corners Prediction
high confidenceOur corners model projects roughly 4.1 corners for Colombia and 3.6 for Ghana, for an expected total of 7.7. That makes the model lean Under 9.5 corners (75%). Over 8.5: 37% · Over 10.5: 16%.
How Colombia and Ghana Are Arriving
Form, fitness and who's likely to start.
Colombia vs Ghana Goalscorer Form
Goals scored in last 5 matches across all competitions. Rate = goals ÷ 5 games. XI badge shows player is in the expected starting lineup.
Colombialast 5 matchesScoring consistently
Regular contributor
Occasional threat
Occasional threat
Ghanalast 5 matchesRegular contributor
Occasional threat
Colombia are unbeaten in their last five, winning four and drawing one, with three clean sheets and an average of 1.8 goals scored per game. Ghana's form is more mixed, with just one win in their last five, two draws, and two losses, and a concerning lack of attacking output (0.6 goals/game). Colombia's momentum and defensive solidity stand in contrast to Ghana's recent struggles in front of goal.
Colombia vs Ghana — Last 4 Matches
Strengths
- +4/5 wins in last 5 — excellent form
- +Defensively solid — 0.2 conceded/game
- +4 clean sheets in last 5 matches
- +75% clean sheet rate this season
Strengths
- +50% clean sheet rate this season
Concerns
- −Struggling to score — 0.6 goals/game
What History Says: Colombia vs Ghana
There is no recent head-to-head history between these sides, so no patterns or dominance can be established. This adds some uncertainty to the prediction, as stylistic matchups are untested.
Colombia vs Ghana Head-to-Head History
Last 1 meeting between these sides
1
Colombia wins
0
Draws
0
Ghana wins
Where the Model Disagrees with the Odds: Colombia vs Ghana
The model sees the strongest value in 'BTTS No', with a 22.5% edge over market implied probability, given both teams' defensive records and Ghana's attacking struggles. 'Under 2.5 goals' also shows a positive edge, as both teams have favored low-scoring games in the group stage. The draw has a small positive expected value, reflecting Colombia's occasional inefficiency against defensive sides.
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Things to Watch: Colombia vs Ghana
- ⚠️No head-to-head data available; some uncertainty on stylistic matchup.
- ⚠️Neutral venue, so traditional home/away splits less relevant.
- ⚠️Knockout format may increase caution, lowering goal expectation.
- ⚠️Sample sizes for both teams in tournament are small (3 matches each).
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How This Prediction Was Made
The numbers on this page come from a structured statistical pack for Colombia vs Ghana: recent results and scoring data for both sides, home/away splits, the head-to-head record, current league standings, known injuries and live bookmaker odds, all sourced from the API-Football data feed.
An AI model analyses that pack and produces the probabilities, predicted score and written analysis shown above. Nothing is edited by hand, and no information outside the data pack is used.
Last updated: 30 June 2026 (refreshed automatically as new team data arrives). Every prediction is scored against the real result once the match finishes — see the verified track record or read the full methodology. Football is inherently uncertain: treat this page as analysis, not advice.