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Daniel Muñoz returns to Colombia's starting lineup, Iñaki Williams starts for Ghana
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Daniel Muñoz returns to Colombia's starting lineup, Iñaki Williams starts for Ghana

From ABC Color · () Spanish

Translated from Spanish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Colombia and Ghana will field their starting lineups for their upcoming World Cup round of 16 match.
  • Colombia's notable changes include the return of full-backs Daniel Muñoz and Johan Mojica to the starting XI.
  • Ghana will feature forward Iñaki Williams from the outset.

Colombia and Ghana are set to face off in the World Cup round of 16, with both teams announcing their starting lineups.

Colombia's coach Néstor Lorenzo has made key adjustments, notably bringing back full-backs Daniel Muñoz and Johan Mojica into the starting eleven. Jhon Córdoba is expected to lead Colombia's attack, supported by James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz on the wings. The full starting lineup for Colombia is Camilo Vargas in goal, with Daniel Muñoz, Davinson Sánchez, Jhon Lucumi, and Johan Mojica forming the defense. Jefferson Lerma and Gustavo Puerta will anchor the midfield, with Jhon Arias, James Rodríguez, and Luis Díaz providing support to striker Jhon Córdoba.

On the Ghanaian side, coach Carlos Queiroz has opted to start forward Iñaki Williams. Ghana's starting XI includes Lawrance Ati Zigi in goal, defended by Marvin Senaya, Jerome Opoku, Derrick Luckassen, and Gideon Mensah. The midfield will consist of Caleb Yirenkyi, Thomas Partey, and Kwasi Sibo, while Antoine Semenyo, Jordan Ayew, and Iñaki Williams will lead the attack.

The match is scheduled to take place on Friday in Kansas City.

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Originally published by ABC Color in Spanish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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