Colombia vs. DR Congo prediction: World Cup 2026 odds, betting picks
Colombia tops Group K with three points as the South American side looks for their second win of the tournament against a motivated DR Congo squad in this exciting matchup in the 2026 World Cup group stage.
A win for either side is necessary to lock down a spot for the knockout round, with kickoff set for 10:00 PM ET on Tuesday.
Check out our full list of live 2026 World Cup betting odds.
Colombia vs. DR Congo World Cup how to watch TV & match info
- June 23, 10:00 PM ET at Estadio Guadalajara Stadium, Zapopan, Mexico
- Streaming on TSN, TSN GO, CTV, CTV GO, and RDS.
- Forecast in the area indicates 20°C temperatures at 80% humidity with partly cloudy skies after scattered thunderstorms earlier in the day.
Colombia vs. DR Congo betting odds
Colombia lead Group K with three points and odds to win the matchup at -195, with DR Congo marked at +600 as the night’s clear underdogs. A draw is set for +320, and under 2.5 goals is projected to occur at -155 odds, with the over 2.5 much less likely at +125.
Colombia vs. DR Congo predicted starting XI lineups
The South Americans will likely continue their crusade of Group K through their 4-2-3-1 formation and utilization of pace on the flanks to support Luis Suarez up top. There’s a chance left back Johan Mojica may be swapped with Deiver Machado for the start of the game to avoid any consecutive yellow card suspension issues.
Colombia predicted starting XI (4-2-3-1):
— Luis Suárez (ST) —
Luis Diaz (LM) — James Rodriguez (CAM) — Jhon Arias (RM)
Gustavo Puerta (CDM) – Jefferson Lerma (CDM)
Deiver Machado (LB) – John Lucumi (CB) – Davinson Sanchez (CB) – Daniel Munoz (RB)
— Camilo Vargas (GK) —
Expect DR Congo to keep their five-back setup that performed well enough to earn a point against Portugal after Yoane Wissa netted the team’s only goal of the match. Centre back Chancel Mbemba will likely start again despite earning a yellow, although he could be subbed out throughout the game depending on the scoreline.
DR Congo predicted starting XI (5-3-2):
— Yoane Wissa (ST) – Cedric Bakambu (ST) —
Edo Kayembe (CM) – Samuel Moutoussamy (CM) – Ngal’ayel Mukau (CM)
Arthur Masuaku (LWB) – Steve Kapuadi (LCB) – Axel Tuanzebe (CB) – Chancel Mbemba (RCB) – Aaron Wan-Bissaka (RWB)
— Lionel Mpasi (GK) —
Colombia FIFA World Cup odds and news
Aside from a shutout, Colombia carried out a dominant 3-1 win over Uzbekistan last week with 15 shots, six on target, and 67% possession. They look highly energized with a potent attack as Luis Diaz, Luis Suarez, and James Rodriguez controlled the flow for the majority of the game.
While the side gave up their 1-0 lead early in the second half, it took five minutes for Luis Diaz to earn the lead back for his team, before Jaminton Campaz earned a late 90+9′ insurance goal to seal it. Both Camilo Cucho, Diaz, and Suarez all lead the night in odds to score anytime at +185 each.
DR Congo FIFA World Cup odds and news
DR Congo came in with relatively low expectations from onlookers, but shockingly pulled off a 1-1 result against one of this year’s World Cup favourites, Portugal. Aside from not seeing much of the ball (25%), they only put up one fewer shot (8) and shot on goal (2) versus their top-quality European opponents.
It won’t be easy, but another draw (or win) would be massive for the Congolese, and could set them up for a second-place finish at minimum, assuming Uzbekistan is their easiest matchup in round three. Bakambu, along with the team’s sole goalscorer, Wissa, are the most likely to bag a goal for their nation at +500 odds each.
Colombia vs. DR Congo player odds and props
- Luis Diaz (COL) to score anytime (+185)
Bayern Munich’s Colombian winger earned his 23rd overall international goal against Uzbekistan and shows no sign of stopping here against DR Congo.
- Yoane Wissa (DR Congo) to record 1+ SOG (-120)
Wissa is the clear choice for DR Congo’s attack and already earned a goal in his first match of the 2026 World Cup, so firing at least one shot on target seems likely.
World Cup 2026 bracket and futures
- Group Winner – Colombia (-125), DR Congo (+1200)
- Odds to qualify – Colombia (-1000), DR Congo (-200)
- Odds to win the World Cup – Colombia (+5000), DR Congo (+80000)
Colombia vs. DR Congo score prediction
DR Congo are not to be underestimated, but with that said, Colombia are tight-knit with extremely lethal players in the final third. Luis Diaz is an absolute workhorse; Luis Suarez is a goal-scoring machine in his domestic league, and with the experienced captain James Rodriguez controlling the midfield, Colombia are sure to see another three points here with a comfortable 2-0 win to top the group and qualify for the next round.