The FIFA World Cup 2026 2026 last group 16 match between Switzerland and Colombia will play in Vancouver at BC Place Stadium. This is their round-of-16 match at the World Cup 2026. Both teams are unbeaten so far. Both teams won their groups. Both teams kept clean sheets in the last round. The winner will play Argentina or Egypt next.
In this article, we mention the top players to watch in the FIFA World Cup 2026 round of 16 clash.
| Player | Team | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Daniel Muñoz | Colombia | Right-Back |
| Johan Manzambi | Switzerland | Attacking Midfielder |
| Luis Díaz | Colombia | Left Winger |
| Breel Embolo | Switzerland | Centre-Forward |
| Gustavo Puerta | Colombia | Central Midfielder |
Daniel Munoz (Colombia)
Daniel Munoz plays right-back for Colombia. He has been one of the best players for his team. He scored two goals this tournament. He made 20 defensive plays. He won 11 duels in three games. Munoz is 30 years old. He has 50 caps for Colombia. He plays well for his club, Crystal Palace, too. Watch for Munoz on the right side. He will push forward often. He will cause problems for Switzerland all game.
Johan Manzambi (Switzerland)
Johan Manzambi is only 20 years old. He is one of the best young players at this World Cup. He helped Switzerland reach the knockout stage. He scored three goals. He gave two assists. He played four games so far. Manzambi can play in many midfield spots. Coach Murat Yakin uses him as an attacking midfielder. Manzambi has rewarded that trust with strong performances.
Luis Diaz (Colombia)
Luis Diaz started the tournament well. He scored a goal and gave an assist against Uzbekistan. But he has not scored since then. He took 16 shots so far. Diaz plays left wing for Bayern Munich. On paper, he is Colombia’s most dangerous attacker. His speed and skill worry defenders. He will want to end his goal drought in this match.
Breel Embolo (Switzerland)
Breel Embolo has played for Switzerland ninety times. He has scored twenty-six goals for Switzerland.
Breel Embolo played in all four World Cup games for Switzerland. He scored two goals for Switzerland. He also gave two assists to his teammates. Breel Embolo is twenty-nine years old. He plays for the club Rennes in France. Breel Embolo scored ten goals for Rennes’ season.
Breel Embolo has started this World Cup well for Switzerland. He must stay strong and sharp when Switzerland plays against Colombia.
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Switzerland needs Breel Embolo to score goals for them.
Gustavo Puerta (Colombia)
Gustavo Puerta is a main player of Colombia. He plays midfield. He is not so fast and if you guys know him, you also know he is not the most skilled player with the ball as well. But he keeps possession well. He helps his team build attacks. Puerta is 22 years old. His passing accuracy is 92.9% this tournament. He created five chances for teammates. He gave only one assist. He has not scored yet. Still, he is the most important player for their team.
Match preview
Both teams are looking so confident. Switzerland has young talent and experienced forward players. Colombia has pace, skill and solid midfield players. Both teams have not lost any matches. Both teams kept their clean sheets in their last match. This should be a tight, exciting game. The winner earns a quarterfinal spot. They will face Argentina or Egypt next.
Fans can expect goals from Embolo and Manzambi for Switerzerland. Colombia’s fans also expected this from Diaz and Munoz. Puerta will try to control the midfield battle. This match could go any way. Both teams have strong attacks. Both teams have shown good defense in this tournament too. It promises to be a great round of 16 match.
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