Switzerland have the chance to reach the quarter-finals of the World Cup for the first time since 1954 when they face Colombia in Vancouver . The Swiss have been regular participants on the biggest stage over the last 30 years and more often than not have reached the knockout phase.
However, the Round of 16 has proven an impossible barrier to breach during that time, with the Europeans falling at that stage in five of their last six World Cups. Standing in their way this time is a dangerous Colombia World Cup 2026 squad, and we think there could be more disappointment in store for the Swiss.
The South Americans , who reached the quarter-finals for the only time in their history in 2014, boast one of the best defensive records at the finals and can call on the likes of Luis Diaz and James Rodriguez up front. And our Switzerland vs Colombia prediction is for La Tricolor to qualify in normal time @5/4 .
Betting Odds
Switzerland vs Colombia Betting Odds – 2026 World Cup Round of 16
Result | Odds | Chance |
|---|---|---|
Switzerland | 12/5 | 29.4% |
Colombia | 6/5 | 45.5% |
Draw | 2/1 | 33.3% |
*Odds are correct at the time of writing, but subject to change.
Colombia are 6/5 favourites to beat Switzerland , who are 12/5 for the win, with the draw at 2/1.
How to Watch
How to watch Switzerland vs Colombia
The World Cup Round of 16 match is scheduled to begin at 21:00pm on Tuesday and will be shown live on ITV1 .
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Switzerland vs Colombia Predicted Lineups
Switzerland Predicted XI
Colombia Predicted XI
Form Guides
Switzerland form guide
Switzerland made the most of a favourable-looking draw to finish top of Group B with seven points from their three games. It would have been a 100% record but for conceding a stoppage-time own goal in their opening match as Qatar snatched a 1-1 draw.
There was even more late drama in the second Switzerland World Cup match against Bosnia , with all five goals in their 4-1 victory coming after the 74th minute. That left a winner-takes-all clash for top spot against co-hosts Canada , and a 2-1 victory saw Switzerland take the honours and set up a last-32 clash against Algeria , who were dispatched 2-0.
Johan Manzambi scored three of Switzerland’s goals in the group stage and for our first World Cup tips today we’re backing the 20-year-old Freiburg midfielder to net again @7/2 . We also like the look of Breel Embolo to notch his third of the finals @2/1 .
Colombia form guide
Colombia were surprise winners of Group K , finishing two points ahead of much-fancied Portugal . A 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan was followed by a 1-0 win over DR Congo , Crystal Palace defender Daniel Munoz netting in both games, before a goalless draw with the Portuguese secured top spot.
Jhon Arias ’ 14th-minute goal was then enough to see off Ghana in the last 32 as Colombia recorded a third clean sheet in four matches. Only two teams had conceded less at the same stage of the competition - Spain and Mexico - and for our second World Cup tips today we’re going for under 1.5 Switzerland (home) goals at 1/3 . Something else we think is worth considering is a 13/2 BOYLE Sports Bet Builder for Breel Embolo, Dan Ndoye, Luis Diaz and Luis Suarez to all have over 0.5 shots on target .
Between them, the quartet have had 43 attempts at goal at this World Cup , while they scored a combined 17 goals in qualifying. And don’t forget, thanks to BOYLE Sports Sub Swap feature, your bet automatically transfers to the incoming player if your selection is substituted, giving you a second chance to win.
Betting Tips
Switzerland vs Colombia Betting Tips – 2026 World Cup Round of 16
Colombia to qualify in normal time @ 5/4
Johan Manzambi to score at anytime @ 7/2
Under 1.5 Switzerland (home) goals @ 1/3
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