Colombia vs. DR Congo projected lineups, starting 11 for World Cup 2026 Group K game in Guadalajara

Colombia and DR Congo will continue their push for a place in the World Cup knockout stages when they meet in their second Group K match.

DR Congo stunned Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal when they battled to a 1-1 draw against the Selecao in Houston.

Colombia have a great of their own, James Rodriguez, probably saying farewell to the World Cup, and got their campaign off and running with a 3-1 victory against tournament debutants Uzbekistan. 

Colombia projected starting 11

(4-2-3-1, right to left): 12. C. Vargas (GK) — 2. D. Munoz, 23. D. Sanchez, 3. J. Lucumi, 17. J. Mojica —14. G. Puerta, 16. J. Lerma — 11. J. Arias, 10. J. Rodriguez, 7. L. Diaz — 25. L. Suarez

• Injured: None
• Suspended: None 
• On a yellow card: J. Mojica

Colombia seemingly came through the match against Uzbekistan unscathed.

It means James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz and striker Luis Suarez are all primed to start in the attacking line.

DR Congo projected starting 11

(5-3-2, right to left): L. Mpasi — 2. A. Wan-Bissaka, 22. C. Mbemba, 4. A. Tuanzebe, 3. S. Kapuadi, 26. A. Masuaku — 14. Noah Sadiki, 8. S. Moutoussamy, 25. E. Kaywembea — 17. C. Bakambu, 20. Y. Wissa

• Injured: None 
• Suspended: None 
• On a yellow card: C. Mbemba

DR Congo boss Sebastien Desabre has a decision to make over whether or not to stick with the back five that frustrated Portugal.

This was not the Leopards' usual formation during qualification but it proved effective against a technically more gifted side.

Desabre must weigh up whether to attack a Colombia side that is a level below Portugal or stick with the policy of containment, with outsiders Uzbekistan to come in the final round of group matches.

If he goes with the latter course, he could name an unchanged side. Sunderland midfielder Noah Sadiki was introduced early in the second half against Portugal and might replace Ngal'ayel Mukau from the start this time.

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Colombia vs. DR Congo predictions, betting odds

DR Congo's phenomenal effort against Portugal meant a point was earned came with just 25% of possession. That is likely to tell in their legs as this game winds on, when Colombia's superior attacking quality should shine through.

• Score prediction: Colombia 2-1 DR Congo

Colombia vs. DR Congo World Cup rosters

Here are the names on Colombia and DR Congo's World Cup rosters. All caps and stats are correct as of the date of their announcement in May 2026.

Head coach: Nestor Lorenzo

DR Congo World Cup squad

Head coach: Sebastien Desabre

Where to watch Colombia vs. DR Congo

Here's how to watch this World Cup match in the U.S.:

• TV channel: FS1
• Live stream: fubo, Fox One, Fox Sports app/website

This match will be broadcast on FS1, with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.

The best place to catch the match is on streaming service fubo, with new customers able to sign up for a FREE trial.

Here is how to watch the match in some of the other major territories: