Switzerland vs Columbia FIFA World Cup 2026: Kick-off Time and Starting XI

Switzerland is set to challenge Columbia in the upcoming knockout clash at the BC Place Vancouver. The match is scheduled to begin at 1 AM PKT, July 8.

Switzerland head into the Round of 16 with plenty of confidence after claiming their first World Cup knockout win in 88 years.

Colombia have also looked strong throughout the tournament. They have kept three straight clean sheets and are unbeaten in their last seven World Cup matches.

With both teams in good form, this match is expected to be a close battle for a place in the quarter-finals.

For the upcoming clash, both teams have revealed their starting XI. Let’s take a look at them below.

Switzerland Starting XI

Gregor Kobel; Denis Zakaria, Nico Elvedi, Manuel Akanji, Ricardo Rodriguez; Remo Freuler, Granit Xhaka; Fabian Rieder, Ardon Jashari, Dan Ndoye; Breel Embolo.

Columbia Starting XI

Camilo Vargas; Daniel Muñoz, Davinson Sánchez, Jhon Lucumí, Johan Mojica; Jefferson Lerma, Gustavo Puerta; Jhon Arias, James Rodríguez, Luis Díaz; Luis Suárez.