Colombia vs Senegal
Colombia vs Senegal preview
Colombia vs Senegal is one of the most evenly matched fixtures in Group H. Colombia (FIFA #13) face Senegal (#17) on Saturday, June 27, 2026 at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. With both sides ranked within 4 places of each other, the result is genuinely up for grabs.
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (capacity 75,000) is the retractable-roof home of the Atlanta Falcons (NFL), Atlanta United (MLS). It sits 320m above sea level in Atlanta. June/July temperatures in Atlanta average a high of 32°C and a low of 21°C, with notable rainfall — relevant context for player workload and broadcast scheduling.
Form context — Colombia have appeared at 7 previous FIFA World Cups (last five: DNQ, R16, QF, R16, DNQ). Senegal have appeared at 4 World Cups (last five: R16, DNQ, Group, DNQ, QF). The match is officially scheduled by FIFA; kickoff times and venue assignments are confirmed.
Colombia vs Senegal — head-to-head profile
Pre-match snapshot of both squads. All values are populated at build time from the World Cup squads dataset and refreshed via the API on match day.
| Metric | Colombia | Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | #13 | #17 |
| Confederation | CONMEBOL | CAF |
| WC appearances | 7 | 4 |
| Best WC finish | Quarter-finals (2014) | Quarter-finals (2002) |
| Last 5 WCs | DNQ, R16, QF, R16, DNQ | R16, DNQ, Group, DNQ, QF |
| Captain | James Rodríguez | Kalidou Koulibaly |
| Manager | Néstor Lorenzo | Pape Thiaw |
| Players to watch | James Rodríguez, Luis Díaz, Jhon Durán | Sadio Mané, Kalidou Koulibaly, Nicolas Jackson |
Get live Colombia vs Senegal data
// Fetch live data for Colombia vs Senegal
const response = await fetch(
'https://api.thestatsapi.com/api/football/matches?competition_id={COMPETITION_ID}&date=2026-06-27',
{ headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY' } }
);
const { data } = await response.json();
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is Colombia vs Senegal at the 2026 World Cup?
Colombia vs Senegal is scheduled for Saturday, June 27, 2026, kicking off at Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:00:00 UTC at Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta.
What stage is Colombia vs Senegal?
Colombia vs Senegal is a Group Stage fixture in Group H at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
What stadium hosts Colombia vs Senegal?
Mercedes-Benz Stadium (capacity 75,000, opened 2017, retractable roof, natural grass (laid over turf)) in Atlanta hosts Colombia vs Senegal.
Who is favoured to win Colombia vs Senegal?
Colombia go in as the higher-ranked side at FIFA #13, with Senegal ranked #17. Colombia's best World Cup finish is Quarter-finals (2014); Senegal's is Quarter-finals (2002). Live odds for Colombia vs Senegal are available via the odds endpoint covering Bet365, Pinnacle, Betfair Exchange, and Kambi.
Where can I watch Colombia vs Senegal?
Check your local FIFA broadcast partner for live coverage. Live scores, lineups, in-match events, xG, and odds are also available in real time via TheStatsAPI matches endpoint.
What is the kickoff time for Colombia vs Senegal in my timezone?
Colombia vs Senegal kicks off at Sat, 27 Jun 2026 19:00:00 UTC. Convert it to your local timezone using the kickoff converter on this page — it works without an account.
How can I get live Colombia vs Senegal stats via API?
Use TheStatsAPI matches endpoint with competition_id={COMPETITION_ID} and filter by date (2026-06-27) or by match ID to get live scores, lineups, in-match events (goals, cards, substitutions), xG, and per-player stats. Updates land within seconds of the source feed.
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