Switzerland vs Colombia Preview: Prediction, Team News and Key Stats
Switzerland meet Colombia in World Cup (Round of 16) on Tuesday 7 July 2026, kickoff 20:00 UTC. The prediction model makes Switzerland the most likely outcome at 35%, blending the API-Football and SportMonks models.
Match Facts
| Kickoff | Tuesday 7 July 2026 20:00 UTC |
|---|---|
| Competition | World Cup — Round of 16 |
| Venue | BC Place, Vancouver, British Columbia |
Prediction
The model gives Switzerland a 35% chance of winning, the draw 31% and Colombia 35%. Model advice: Double chance : Switzerland or draw.
These probabilities are a consensus of two independent statistical models (API-Football and SportMonks), renormalized to 100%.
Where They Stand
| Team | Group | Pos | Pts | Played |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | Group B | 1 | 7 | 3 |
| Colombia | Group K | 1 | 7 | 3 |
Players to Watch (Expected Goals)
Expected goals (xG) measures chance quality: the tournament leaders on each side by accumulated xG.
| Player | Team | Goals | xG |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breel Donald Embolo | Switzerland | 2 | 1.04 |
| N. Elvedi | Switzerland | 0 | 0.36 |
| Luis Fernando Díaz Marulanda | Colombia | 1 | 0.21 |
| Denis Lemi Zakaria Lako Lado | Switzerland | 0 | 0.21 |
Betting Angle
Blending the prediction with de-margined bookmaker consensus odds, the most likely outcome is Colombia to win (2) at 38.3% (consensus odds 2.25). Probability-based analysis, not betting advice — 18+, gamble responsibly.
Quick Answers
When do Switzerland play Colombia?
Kickoff is Tuesday 7 July 2026 at 20:00 UTC in World Cup.
Who is favourite between Switzerland and Colombia?
The prediction model rates Switzerland most likely at 35%.
Where is Switzerland vs Colombia being played?
The match is at BC Place, Vancouver, British Columbia.
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