Switzerland vs Colombia Kickoff Time, Date, Venue, Lineups, Live Stream Channels
Vancouver
Switzerland vs Colombia is World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Match 96 at BC Place Vancouver in Vancouver, British Columbia. The FIFA World Cup 2026 knockout match is scheduled for 7 July 2026, with kickoff at 13:00 PT in Vancouver / 16:00 ET / 20:00 UTC / 21:00 BST / 22:00 CEST in Switzerland / 15:00 COT in Colombia / 01:00 PKT on 8 July. This hub covers the date, venue, projected lineups, live stream channels, prediction, head to head, and key stats.
FIFA lists Switzerland vs Colombia as World Cup 2026 Round of 16 Match 96 at BC Place Vancouver. SeatGeek and TickPick list the same fixture at BC Place Stadium in Vancouver on Tuesday, 7 July 2026 at 1:00 PM local time. Switzerland advanced by beating Algeria 2-0, while Colombia moved through with a 1-0 win over Ghana. The winner moves into the quarter-final path against the winner of Argentina vs Egypt. Switzerland bring Vancouver familiarity and Xhaka control, while Colombia bring Diaz, Arias, James, and a strong defensive tournament record.
Switzerland vs Colombia Match Date and Kickoff Time
Switzerland vs Colombia takes place on 7 July 2026. Vancouver kickoff is 13:00 PT, which converts to 16:00 ET, 20:00 UTC, 22:00 CEST in Switzerland, 15:00 COT in Colombia, and 01:00 PKT on 8 July.
The timing closes the Round of 16 schedule in Canada. Since this is a knockout fixture, extra time and penalties can follow if the teams finish level after 90 minutes. Fans should keep official coverage open beyond the standard match window.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | 7 July 2026 |
| Local Kickoff | 13:00 PT in Vancouver |
| Viewer Times | 13:00 PT in Vancouver / 16:00 ET / 20:00 UTC / 21:00 BST / 22:00 CEST in Switzerland / 15:00 COT in Colombia / 01:00 PKT on 8 July |
| Stage | Round of 16 – Match 96 |
| Status | Upcoming |
Venue: BC Place Vancouver, Vancouver
BC Place Vancouver hosts Switzerland vs Colombia in Vancouver, British Columbia. FIFA uses the BC Place Vancouver tournament name, while SeatGeek and TickPick identify the venue as BC Place Stadium. Switzerland already know the venue well after strong Vancouver results.
Supporters should confirm ticket access, transit, entry gates, and return plans before matchday. BC Place can move crowds through downtown Vancouver quickly, but a Round of 16 match should build early. The roofed setting should help both teams keep rhythm and manage weather risk.
Predicted Lineups
The Switzerland vs Colombia lineups route remains a matchday check because official team sheets are yet to be confirmed. Switzerland are projected in a 3-4-2-1 with Kobel, Akanji, Xhaka, Ndoye, Manzambi, Vargas, and Embolo. Colombia are projected in a 4-2-3-1 with Vargas, Sanchez, Lerma, Arias, James, Diaz, and Luis Suarez.
| Team | Probable Shape | Projected XI |
|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 3-4-2-1 | Gregor Kobel; Nico Elvedi; Manuel Akanji; Ricardo Rodriguez; Silvan Widmer; Remo Freuler; Granit Xhaka; Dan Ndoye; Ruben Vargas; Johan Manzambi; Breel Embolo |
| Colombia | 4-2-3-1 | Camilo Vargas; Daniel Munoz; Davinson Sanchez; Jhon Lucumi; Johan Mojica; Mateus Uribe; Jefferson Lerma; Jhon Arias; James Rodriguez; Luis Diaz; Luis Suarez |
These are projected XIs, not official lineups. Switzerland can use another runner around Embolo if Yakin wants more penalty-box pressure. Colombia can adjust the striker role if Lorenzo wants more pressing or more hold-up play against Akanji.
Switzerland vs Colombia Live Stream Channels
The Switzerland vs Colombia live stream channels section focuses on official broadcasters. Swiss and Colombian match-specific allocation remains a final-listing check, while North American viewers should use the rights holder in their country.
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming Route | Access Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | SRG SSR / RTS / SRF / RSI checks | RTS Play / Play SRF / RSI app where listed | match-specific allocation yet to be confirmed |
| Colombia | Caracol / RCN / Win Sports checks | Caracol Play / RCN app / Win Sports Online where listed | match-specific allocation yet to be confirmed |
| United States | FOX / Telemundo | FOX One / FOX Sports app / Peacock | rights-holder access required |
| Canada | TSN / CTV / RDS | TSN+ / CTV app / RDS app | rights-holder access required |
| United Kingdom | BBC / ITV allocation checks | BBC iPlayer / ITVX where listed | free-to-air |
| Australia | SBS / SBS Viceland | SBS On Demand | free-to-air |
| India | match-specific TV listing yet to be confirmed | ZEE5 | rights-holder access required |
Canada viewers should check TSN, CTV, RDS, and their official apps because the match is in Vancouver. Australia viewers should check SBS and SBS On Demand, while India viewers should confirm the final ZEE5 match tile. Official listings remain the final check because knockout placement can move across feeds.
Switzerland Preview
Switzerland enter ranked No. 19 and arrive after beating Algeria 2-0 in the Round of 32. Switzerland have controlled matches well in Vancouver and carry a balanced profile through Xhaka, Akanji, Ndoye, Vargas, and Embolo. The key is whether they can create enough clean chances against Colombia’s compact back line.
Switzerland should try to slow Colombia’s left side before Diaz can run at isolated defenders. Xhaka and Freuler can control second balls, while the wing-backs must choose their moments carefully. If Switzerland lose the ball with both wing-backs high, Colombia can attack space quickly.
Switzerland Current Form and Key Players
Granit Xhaka matters because he gives Switzerland tempo control, second-ball security, and left-footed distribution. Akanji must manage the defensive line against Diaz and Suarez, while Embolo gives Switzerland a route into the box. Switzerland need Xhaka control, compact wing-back cover, and sharper final-third timing around Embolo.
Colombia Preview
Colombia enter ranked No. 14 and arrive after a 1-0 win over Ghana. Colombia have defended with control and still carry attacking routes through Diaz, James, Arias, and Mojica. Their challenge is turning good possession spells into enough chances against a disciplined Swiss block.
Colombia can control the tie if Lerma and Uribe protect central spaces and let James receive facing forward. Diaz can force Switzerland’s back line toward its own goal, while Arias can arrive between defenders. Colombia should also test set pieces because knockout matches often swing on small margins.
Colombia Current Form and Key Players
Luis Diaz gives Colombia left-side carries, pressing energy, and direct penalty-area threat. James can dictate tempo from the pocket, while Arias has already delivered a decisive knockout goal. Colombia need quick left-side attacks, Arias support runs, and calm possession when Switzerland press high.
Match Prediction
The Switzerland vs Colombia prediction is Colombia 2-1 Switzerland. The probability split is 31 percent Switzerland, 29 percent draw, and 40 percent Colombia. Confidence is 53 percent because Colombia have the H2H and ranking edge, while Switzerland have venue rhythm.
A 2-1 Colombia result fits the current evidence. Switzerland can keep the match tight through Xhaka and Akanji, but Colombia have more direct wide threat and a stronger H2H profile. If Diaz wins repeated isolation moments, Colombia should create the clearer late chances.
Head to Head Record
The Switzerland vs Colombia head to head record favors Colombia. 11v11 lists four senior meetings, with Colombia winning two, Switzerland winning one, and one match ending level. The record includes Colombia’s 2-0 World Cup win over Switzerland in 1994.
| Stat | Detail |
|---|---|
| Verified Senior Meetings | 4 |
| Switzerland Wins | 1 |
| Draws | 1 |
| Colombia Wins | 2 |
| World Cup Meetings | 1 |
The H2H sample is not large enough to decide the match alone. Current form still matters more because both teams have changed identity across decades. Colombia’s clean tournament defensive record and Switzerland’s Vancouver comfort make this one of the tighter Round of 16 ties.
Key Stats Comparison
The Switzerland vs Colombia stats route shows two teams with different strengths. Switzerland have scored freely across the checked sample, while Colombia have conceded only one goal. The first goal should force the trailing side to open spaces.
| Stat | Switzerland | Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 19 | 14 |
| Route | Beat Algeria 2-0 | Beat Ghana 1-0 |
| Recent Form | D-D-W-W-W | W-W-W-D-W |
| Goals in Listed Sample | 10 | 8 |
| Goals Conceded | 4 | 1 |
| Prediction Probability | 31% | 40% |
Readers can follow the Switzerland vs Colombia preview, the Switzerland vs Colombia live score, and the World Cup 2026 Round of 16 bracket as team news changes. The full World Cup 2026 standings explain how both teams reached this knockout match.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does Switzerland vs Colombia kick off?
Switzerland vs Colombia kicks off at 13:00 PT in Vancouver on 7 July 2026. That is 20:00 UTC, 22:00 CEST in Switzerland, and 15:00 COT in Colombia.
Where is Switzerland vs Colombia being played?
The Round of 16 match is scheduled for BC Place Vancouver. Ticket listings identify the venue as BC Place Stadium in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Are Switzerland vs Colombia lineups confirmed?
Official lineups are yet to be confirmed. The projected XIs should be checked again after team sheets are released close to kickoff.
What TV channel has Switzerland vs Colombia?
Switzerland viewers should check SRG SSR routes, while Colombia viewers should check Caracol, RCN, and Win Sports listings before kickoff.
What is the Switzerland vs Colombia prediction?
The FWCTimes prediction is Colombia 2-1 Switzerland. Colombia have the stronger H2H edge, while Switzerland have Vancouver form.
Switzerland vs Colombia gives Vancouver the final Round of 16 match and a quarter-final route toward Argentina or Egypt. Official lineups and some match-specific channel allocations remain yet to be confirmed, so the hub should be checked again before kickoff. FWCTimes will keep live score, lineups, stats, and watch routes connected from this main match hub as those pages publish.
