Colombia have a golden chance to make early progression into the round of 32 at the World Cup when they face DR Congo tonight.The South American side were too strong for Uzbekistan in their Group K opener, Luis Diaz among the goals in a 3-1 victory.DR Congo shouldnt be underestimated, however, after grinding out a hugely creditable 1-1 draw with Portugal in their first game.They have plenty of Premier League experience with the likes of Yoane Wissa, Arthur Masuaku, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Noah Sadiki.Table of ContentsWhere to watch Colombia v DR Congo: TV and online streamsStats for Colombia v DR CongoWhere to watch Colombia v DR Congo: TV and online streamsColombia v DR Congo kicks off at 3:00am UK time on Wednesday. It will be broadcast on ITV1 and STV and available to stream via ITVX and the STV Player. Sky subscribers can also stream the game via Sky Go.Stats for Colombia v DR CongoThis will be the first meeting between Colombia and DR Congo.Colombia have won six of their last seven group stage matches. They have scored 17 goals and conceded just five in that run.Indeed, Colombia have scored in each of their last 10 World Cup games, the joint-longest active streak in the competition (also Argentina).Having lost their first World Cup game against African opposition in a 2-1 last-16 defeat to Cameroon in 1990, Colombia have since won each of their last three matches against such opponents.DR Congo lost their only other game against CONMEBOL opposition, a pre-tournament friendly against Chile.Should Wissa find the net again for DR Congo, he will become only the second African player to score in each of his first two World Cup appearances, replicating the feat of Mohamed Salah for Egypt in 2018. Topics Colombia National Football Team DR Congo national football team Add us as a preferred source on Google If you enjoy reading this article, you can help support our independent football journalism by adding 101 Great Goals as a preferred source You Should Also Read Cannavaro faces Cristiano Ronaldo: Its not a head-to-head Ben Miller 23rd June, 2026 World Cup 2026: Full list of confirmed teams, fixtures, groups and results Ben Miller 23rd June, 2026 Colombia v DR Congo: Preview, predicted line-ups and where to watch Nicholas McGee 22nd June, 2026 World Cup boss Martinez defends Cristiano Ronaldo decision: The straight line is not the quickest Ben Miller 18th June, 2026 Portugal 1-1 DR Congo: Report, result and goals as Wissa equaliser leaves Ronaldo and Co. frustrated Nicholas McGee 17th June, 2026 World Cup 2026: Neves heads home as Portugal make lightning start against DR Congo Nicholas McGee 17th June, 2026
