Colombia vs DR Congo Lineups, Starting XI, Team News & Formations
Colombia vs Congo DR lineups coverage gives fans the key details before the Group K fixture at Guadalajara Stadium in Guadalajara. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM Guadalajara time, 10:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM PT, 02:00 UTC on Wednesday, June 24, and 7:00 AM PKT on Wednesday, June 24. Colombia can tighten their grip on the group after beating Uzbekistan, while Congo DR arrive with momentum from a draw against Portugal.
Colombia vs Congo DR Latest Match Update
Lineups latest: FIFA lists Colombia vs Congo DR as Match 48 in Group K at Guadalajara Stadium in Guadalajara. Kickoff is 8:00 PM Guadalajara time, 10:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM PT, 02:00 UTC on Wednesday, June 24, and 7:00 AM PKT on Wednesday, June 24.
Colombia opened Group K with a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan, with Luis Diaz driving the attack as Colombia pulled away after half-time. Congo DR drew 1-1 with Portugal in their opener after Yoane Wissa answered Joao Neves’ early goal. Portugal moved to four points after beating Uzbekistan 5-0, so Colombia enter on three points and Congo DR on one point before the Guadalajara kickoff.
| Detail | Latest information |
|---|---|
| Match | Colombia vs Congo DR |
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 |
| Group | Group K |
| Match number | Match 48 |
| Venue | Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara |
| Kickoff | 8:00 PM Guadalajara / 10:00 PM ET / 02:00 UTC / 7:00 AM PKT |
| Colombia opener | Colombia 3-1 Uzbekistan |
| Congo DR opener | Portugal 1-1 Congo DR |
The Colombia vs DR Congo lineups route restores the exact pre-match team-news search around Group K Match 48 at Guadalajara Stadium. FIFA’s schedule confirms the fixture for Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 8:00 PM local stadium time, while Colombia arrive with a squad built around Luis Diaz, James Rodriguez, Richard Rios, and Jhon Arias, and DR Congo carry Chancel Mbemba, Cedric Bakambu, Fiston Mayele, and Yoane Wissa into the same group fight.
Projected lineups always carry movement before kickoff, so the safest useful read is to frame the likely shape, the core names, and the pressure points without pretending the official team sheet is already locked. That keeps the route practical for readers who want the XI angle before the final release.
| Colombia vs DR Congo match details | Info |
|---|---|
| Competition | FIFA World Cup 2026 – Group K – Match 48 |
| Date | Wednesday, June 24, 2026 |
| Local kickoff | 8:00 PM local stadium time |
| Venue | Guadalajara Stadium, Guadalajara |
| Colombia shape | Projected 4-2-3-1 |
| DR Congo shape | Projected 4-3-3 |
Projected Colombia lineup
The strongest public read points to Colombia keeping the structure that lets James Rodriguez operate behind the front line while Richard Rios and Jefferson Lerma protect the middle. Luis Diaz remains the obvious left-side threat, while the full-backs give width and Jhon Arias supplies another direct runner.
| Projected Colombia XI | Role |
|---|---|
| Camilo Vargas | Goalkeeper |
| Daniel Munoz | Right-back |
| Davinson Sanchez | Defender |
| Jhon Lucumi | Defender |
| Johan Mojica | Left-back |
| Jefferson Lerma | Central midfield |
| Richard Rios | Central midfield |
| Jhon Arias | Right attack |
| James Rodriguez | Attacking midfield |
| Luis Diaz | Left attack |
| Jhon Cordoba | Forward |
Projected DR Congo lineup
DR Congo are likely to answer with a tighter shape built around Mbemba’s back-line control and quick transitions into the front three. Bakambu, Wissa, and Mayele give the side real counterattacking threat, so Colombia still need clean rest-defense even if they expect more of the ball.
| Projected DR Congo XI | Role |
|---|---|
| Lionel Mpasi | Goalkeeper |
| Aaron Wan-Bissaka | Right-back |
| Chancel Mbemba | Defender |
| Axel Tuanzebe | Defender |
| Arthur Masuaku | Left-back |
| Samuel Moutoussamy | Central midfield |
| Edo Kayembe | Central midfield |
| Theo Bongonda | Central midfield |
| Yoane Wissa | Wide attack |
| Cedric Bakambu | Forward |
| Fiston Mayele | Wide attack |
Why the lineup battle matters
Colombia want enough control to feed Diaz and James in advanced zones. DR Congo want the game to break open into races they can attack quickly. That makes the first midfield choices and the shape around the front line more important than a simple star-name comparison.
Readers who need the broader squad angle can still use the Colombia team page and the DR Congo team page. This recovered slug stays focused on the projected XI route.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Colombia vs DR Congo lineups official yet?
No. This route tracks the projected lineups before the official team sheets are released.
What shape is Colombia expected to use?
The strongest pre-match read points to Colombia in a 4-2-3-1.
What shape is DR Congo expected to use?
DR Congo are projected in a 4-3-3 built for quick transitions.
Who are the key Colombia lineup names?
Luis Diaz, James Rodriguez, Richard Rios, Jhon Arias, and Davinson Sanchez drive the Colombia lineup conversation.
Who are the key DR Congo lineup names?
Chancel Mbemba, Cedric Bakambu, Yoane Wissa, Fiston Mayele, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka shape the DR Congo lineup discussion.
Read also: Colombia vs Congo DR live score.
