Colombia
Colombia's sample shows a recurring control pattern: possession and passing edges are common, but one high-volume match still finished scoreless, so control does not always convert cleanly.
Based on 5 reviewed matches through Jul 7, 2026.
What we keep seeing
Possession edges recur
StrongAcross the sample, Colombia repeatedly kept more of the ball and more passing volume.
Volume can still be absorbed
StrongOne match stayed scoreless despite 24 shots and 1.63 xG, showing that control can outpace end product.
Strengths
Ball control through the full game
ThinColombia controlled possession and passing volume, finishing with 61% possession and 586 passes versus Ghana.
Advanced width from both fullbacks
ThinMuñoz and Mojica held advanced wide lanes, and that width coincided with the opening goal path.
James as the central creator
ThinJames Rodríguez acted as the central creative hub, with 72 passes, 5 key passes, and 0.568 xA from a central average position.
Set pieces added chance value
ThinColombia created a meaningful set-piece source, including two corner shots worth 0.34 xG and a saved Sánchez header.
Post-substitution burst
ThinAfter the minute-60 changes, Colombia produced 7 shots and 0.46 xG in the 61-75 spell.
Weaknesses
Volume did not always become goals
ThinColombia generated 24 shots and 1.63 xG but left value on the table, missing both recorded big chances.
Opponent plan
ThinDeny
We do not have enough reviewed evidence to suggest this yet.
Attack
We do not have enough reviewed evidence to suggest this yet.
Avoid
We do not have enough reviewed evidence to suggest this yet.
Player spine
Daniel Muñoz
Width ProviderThinAgainst Uzbekistan, he occupied an advanced wide lane; against DR Congo, he scored the winner and showed unusually advanced involvement for a defender.
Luis Javier Suárez
Chance CreatorThinAgainst Ghana, his early introduction was followed by the winner and an assist; against Portugal, he added shot volume without efficiency.
Gustavo Puerta
Progression HubThinHe was a high-involvement midfielder with 78 touches, 59 completed passes, and one created big chance.
Juan Fernando Quintero
Chance CreatorThinAgainst DR Congo, his introduction preceded the winning assist; against Switzerland, he logged 2 key passes and 0.44 xA.
Luis Díaz
Finishing ThreatThinHe directly shaped Colombia's attacking output with a goal, an assist, and a first-half shot that hit the post.
What this sample cannot establish
Reviewed games
Switzerland Won the Shootout. Colombia Won the Football Argument.
Jul 7, 2026 · World Cup 2026 · Switzerland · 0-0
Colombia's 1-0 Win Over Ghana Was Closer on the Scoreboard Than Anywhere Else
Jul 4, 2026 · World Cup 2026 · Ghana · 1-0
Volume Without Verdict: Colombia's 24-Shot Case Against Portugal Went Unpunished
Jun 27, 2026 · World Cup 2026 · Portugal · 0-0
Colombia Governed, Then Decided: Possession, Quintero, and the Defender Who Accepted the Burden
Jun 24, 2026 · World Cup 2026 · DR Congo · 1-0
Colombia Built It in Three Layers — and Uzbekistan Had No Answer for Any of Them
Jun 18, 2026 · World Cup 2026 · Uzbekistan · 1-3