Ghana will face Colombia in a World Cup round of 32 clash in Kansas City on Friday as the Black Stars look to bounce back from their Croatia loss.

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Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey was denied entry to Canada, FIFA confirmed on Friday, meaning he won't be able to play in his team's opening World Cup match on Wednesday, June 17 in Toronto. Partey has been accused of rape in London and is set to stand trial.

Jude Bellingham struck a positive note after England’s 0-0 draw with Ghana in their second World Cup group stage game, saying the result, and the experience playing against an “exceptional” team, provided a “good test”.

Coach Carlos Queiroz faces his former side after guiding Ghana into the knockout stage as one of the best third-placed teams.

There are not expected to be any surprises in the Colombia XI for Friday's last-32 contest with Ghana at the 2026 World Cup. The South Americans have not reported any injury concerns ahead of the match,