Colombia vs DR Congo Prediction & Betting Tips - World Cup
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Colombia and DR Congo are set to battle it out at Estadio Akron on matchday two of the 2026 World Cup. This is the first competitive meeting between these two nations, and given the disparity in class and quality, the South American side has a better chance of coming out on top, having won their last three matches across all competitions, hence our prediction for a Colombia win.
After finishing third in the CONMEBOL qualifiers, Colombia made a great start to their 2026 World Cup campaign for the first time since 2018. Nestor Lorenzo's men claimed an important win in their Group K opener against Uzbekistan, putting them in pole position to qualify for the knockout stages. This is their seventh appearance at the grandest stage in world football.
DR Congo are making their second appearance at the World Cup, with their last participation dating back to 1974, where their journey ended in the group stages. Now, boasting a talented generation featuring several players competing in Europe's top leagues, the Leopards arrive with renewed belief and ambitions of making history.
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Colombia v DR Congo Best Betting Odds
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus up to |
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1.5 | 4 | 6.6 |
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1.55 | 4.26 | 7.39 |
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1.49 | 4.1 | 7.3 |
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1.49 | 4.1 | 7.3 |
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1.55 | 4.26 | 7.39 |
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What is the prediction for the football match between Colombia and DR Congo?
Our prediction for the Colombia vs DR Congo match is: Colombia wins.
Probabilities according to our algorithm* of possible 1X2 football predictions and best odds for the match on 23/06/2026 between Colombia and DR Congo in World Cup :
- The Sportytrader ⭐ algorithm estimates a probability of 51.45% for a win of Colombia against DR Congo with odds of 1.55 at 1xbet.
- The probability according to Sportytrader ⭐ for a draw between Colombia vs DR Congo is 29.26% with odds of 4.31 at 888Starz.
- Our prediction model gives a 19.29% chance ⭐ for a win of DR Congo vs Colombia with odds of 8.5 at Betsson.
Colombia vs DR Congo Form
Colombia and DR Congo's standings in the World Cup
| Teams | Pts | P | W | D | L | GD |
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1
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3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | +2 |
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2
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1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Colombia and DR Congo Last Matches
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Jun 2026 - World Cup
7 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
1 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
29 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
26 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
18 Nov 2025 - International Friendlies
5/6 (83%)
0/6 (0%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
7 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
1 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
29 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
18 Nov 2025 - International Friendlies
15 Nov 2025 - International Friendlies
4 Sept 2025 - World Cup
3/6 (50%)
2/6 (33%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Jun 2026 - World Cup
26 Mar 2026 - International Friendlies
14 Oct 2025 - International Friendlies
11 Oct 2025 - International Friendlies
9 Sept 2025 - World Cup
10 Jun 2025 - World Cup
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Jun 2026 - World Cup
9 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
3 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - World Cup
6 Jan 2026 - AFCON
30 Dec 2025 - AFCON
4/6 (67%)
0/6 (0%)
2/6 (33%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
9 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
31 Mar 2026 - World Cup
23 Dec 2025 - AFCON
16 Dec 2025 - International Friendlies
14 Oct 2025 - World Cup
9 Sept 2025 - World Cup
1/6 (17%)
4/6 (67%)
1/6 (17%)
Average stats (Last 6 matchs)
17 Jun 2026 - World Cup
3 Jun 2026 - International Friendlies
6 Jan 2026 - AFCON
30 Dec 2025 - AFCON
27 Dec 2025 - AFCON
16 Nov 2025 - World Cup
Colombia - DR Congo: Form Analysis
Colombia made a perfect start to the 2026 World Cup, defeating the groups lowest ranked nation, Uzbekistan, 3-1 at the Estadio Banorte.
That outcome marked their tenth win in 23 games at this tournament (D3, L10) and are hoping to secure another favourable outcome, which could see them reach the knockout stages for the first time since 2018, when they got eliminated in the Round of 16.
The objective, however, this time around for Los Cafeteros is to better their quarter-final finish at the 2014 edition, which remains the nation's best-ever World Cup performance.
DR Congo have yet to win at the World Cup since their debut in 1974.
DR Congo caused a major upset in the opening round of Group K. The Central African nation was pitted against Portugal, and against all odds, they managed to salvage a point in a 1-1 draw.
Sebastien Desabre's men were trailing in the first six minutes courtesy of Joao Neves strike. However, an unsung hero emerged for DR Congo as Newcastle forward Yoane Wissa restored parity in the first half stoppage time.
Despite avoiding defeat in that match, the Leopards' overall World Cup record has been underwhelming as they've now gone four games without a win in the tournament, losing three and drawing once.
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Colombia vs DR Congo last Lineups
Formation : 4 - 2 - 3 - 1
Formation : 5 - 3 - 2
Substitutes
D. Ospina
A. Montero
DefenderW. Ditta
S. Arias
Y. Mina
D. Machado
MidfielderJ. Quintero
J. Portilla
K. Castano
J. Carrascal
R. Rios
ForwardJ. Campaz
J. Cordoba
C. Hernandez
A. Gomez
T. Fayulu
M. Epolo
DefenderD. Batubinsika
J. Kayembe
G. Kalulu
MidfielderN. Mbuku
N. Sadiki
T. Bongonda
A. Tshibola
C. Pickel
ForwardG. Kakuta
F. Mayele
B. Cipenga
S. Banza
M. Elia
Colombia & DR Congo Squad Analysis
Colombia were at the top of their game in the opening match against Uzbekistan, and it's unlikely head coach Nestor Lorenzo will risk making changes to the starting XI that cruised to a convincing victory.
The Bayern Munich winger, Luis Diaz, stole the show with his impressive performance. He was involved in two goal contributions (one goal and one assist) and had six touches in the opposition box.
The 29-year-old will once again be Colombia's main attacking threat as he looks to inspire Los Cafeteros to consecutive World Cup victories for the first time since the 2014 edition.
Yoanne Wissa became the first DR Congo player to score for his nation at the World Cup. Can he score the nation's second goal?
Over to DR Congo, Sebastien Desabre is expected to name the same starting XI that earned a hard-fought point against Portugal in the Group K opener.
Yoanne Wissa, who scored the equaliser in that match, is expected to be in the starting line-up, where he'll get to pair with Real Betis' Cedric Bakambu up front.
Lille’s Chancel Mbemba will anchor the defence, bringing much-needed experience and leadership to DR Congo’s back line. However, the captain will be cautious this time around after receiving a booking in his latest outing.
Most goals and assists
Colombia
DR Congo
D. Munoz
(1 Goals)
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J. Campaz
(1 Goals)
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L. Diaz
(1 Goals)
Y. Wissa
(1 Goals)
L. Diaz
(1 Assists)
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C. Hernandez
(1 Assists)
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G. Puerta
(1 Assists)
A. Masuaku
(1 Assists)
Colombia - DR Congo Key Points
- Colombia are currently on a three-match winning streak across all competitions.
- DR Congo are winless in their last four matches inside 90 minutes.
- Colombia have won their last two World Cup games against African opposition.
- DR Congo are winless in their last four World Cup games.
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Our Colombia vs DR Congo Prediction
Colombia and DR Congo are meeting for the first time at the World Cup, but for the former, this is their fourth meeting against African opposition at this tournament, having won their last two games against teams in this bracket.
This is in light of DR Congo’s underwhelming World Cup record, where they've yet to win in their last four games. Add to that a lack of experience for a side appearing in the World Cup finals for just the second time against a well-drilled Colombian side. Our Colombia vs DR Congo prediction: Colombia wins.
Colombia vs DR Congo Alternative Predictions
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