DR Congo (0-0-1) and Colombia (1-0) will face off today at 10:00 p.m. ET at Guadalajara Stadium in Mexico.
Colombia is favored at a -200 price, with the over/under set at 2.5 (+125o / -160u) goals.
Let's get into my Colombia vs DR Congo prediction.
Colombia vs DR Congo Prediction
Pick: Colombia -1.0 Asian Handicap
My Colombia vs DR Congo best bet is for Colombia to cover the -1.0 Asian handicap. This wager requires the South American side to win by a margin of two or more goals to be successful. If Colombia wins by exactly one goal, the stake is returned as a push.
Colombia vs DR Congo Odds
| DR Congo Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+1.5 -200 | 2.5 +125o / -160u | +575 |
| Colombia Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-1.5 +140 | 2.5 +125o / -160u | -200 |
Colombia vs DR Congo World Cup Preview
This match carries significant weight in Group K. A victory for Colombia would secure their spot in the knockout rounds before a tough final group game against Portugal. For DR Congo, a win would also see them through, capping a remarkable return to the international stage.
The central battle will likely be Colombia’s attack against DR Congo's organized defense. Luis Diaz, who scored and assisted in the opener, comes into the tournament in excellent form. DR Congo’s ability to limit his influence will be crucial to their chances of success. They successfully frustrated a star-studded Portuguese attack, limiting them to just seven shots and 0.65 xG. Replicating that performance will be essential.
This will be the first-ever meeting between Colombia and DR Congo. Colombia has a strong record against African opponents in this competition, remaining undefeated with three wins and one draw. Conversely, DR Congo’s only prior match against a South American team at the tournament was a 3-0 loss to Brazil in 1974 when the nation was known as Zaire. The altitude in Guadalajara could also be a factor, as Colombia is more accustomed to such conditions through their qualification campaigns and played their opening match in Mexico City.
Check out the best soccer odds before making your DR Congo vs Colombia picks.
Colombia vs DR Congo Picks, Parlay
- Colombia -1.0 Asian Handicap (-114 at bet365)
- Both Teams to Score — Yes (+137 at bet365)
Colombia demonstrated significant attacking firepower in their 3-1 opening victory over Uzbekistan, creating four big chances and consistently threatening the opposition's goal. This offensive strength is a key reason to back them to win by a comfortable margin. Historically, when priced at -200 or shorter on the moneyline, Colombia has won its last six matches, with five of those victories coming by two or more goals.
Despite their underdog status, DR Congo showed they can compete by securing a 1-1 draw against Portugal. They played a disciplined defensive game, ceding possession but creating better scoring opportunities, finishing with a higher expected goals (xG) total than the Portuguese (0.87 to 0.65). This ability to generate chances on the counter-attack supports the idea that they can find the net against a Colombian team that has conceded in four of its last five games. DR Congo has scored in 17 of its last 19 matches, and with Yoane Wissa leading the line, they possess the quality to trouble Colombia's backline.
Colombia’s attack, led by the dynamic Luis Diaz, was clinical in its first game. After dominating the first half, they responded quickly to Uzbekistan's equalizer, showcasing their resilience. The depth on their bench, with substitutes Jaminton Campaz and Cucho Hernandez combining for the third goal, adds another layer to their threat. While DR Congo's defensive strategy was effective against Portugal, Colombia's fluid movement and commitment to sending runners forward could prove a much tougher challenge to contain.
Colombia vs DR Congo Projected Lineups
DR Congo Expected Lineup (5-3-2)
Goalkeeper: Mpasi
Defenders: Wan-Bissaka, Mbemba, Tuanzebe, Kapuadi, Masuaku
Midfielders: Moutoussamy, Edo Kayembe, Moukaku
Forwards: Wissa, Bakambu
Colombia Expected Lineup (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: Ospina
Defenders: Munoz, Sanchez, Lucumi, Mojica
Midfielders: Lerma, Rios, Rodriguez
Forwards: Campaz, Arias, Diaz
Colombia vs DR Congo Weather
It will be 85 degrees with clouds and sunshine in Zapopan, Jalisco tomorrow, with potential for thunderstorms in spots (per Accuweather).
