Does Breel Embolo play today? Switzerland vs Colombia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Breel Embolo emerges as Switzerland’s main offensive reference in the clash against Colombia, in the round of 16 of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The fast and physically strong striker enters action this Tuesday (7), at BC Place, in Vancouver, Canada. The ball rolls at 5pm (Brasília time).

Embolo has been important in the Swiss campaign with his finishing ability and presence in the box. His duel with the Colombian defense could open ways for the team to advance to the quarterfinals.

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Balance in octaves

Switzerland (#19 in the FIFA ranking) and Colombia (#13) promise a close game. Switzerland can count on the experience of Granit Xhaka in midfield and the defensive solidity of Manuel Akanji. Colombia arrives strong with Luis Díaz, James Rodríguez and Luis Suárez.

The referee will be Iván Barton, from El Salvador.

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Where to watch live in Brazil and around the world

In Brazil, coverage is provided by Globo, SporTV, ge, Globoplay and CazéTV (YouTube). For international audiences:

• United States: FOX (English) and Telemundo (Spanish), with FOX One and Peacock.
• United Kingdom: ITV1 and ITVX (free).
• Australia: SBS On Demand (free).
• Switzerland: SRF Play, RTS Play and RSI Play.
• Latin America: ESPN, DirecTV, Caracol and RCN (Colombia).

Disney+ and Prime Video complement the options in different regions.

Probable lineups

Switzerland (4-2-3-1): Kobel; Rodríguez, Akanji, Elvedi, Zakaria; Xhaka, Freuler; Ndoye, Okafor, Rieder; Piston. Breel Embolo plays as a center forward.

Colombia (4-3-3): Vargas; Muñoz, Sánchez, Lucumí, Mojica; Arias, Lerma, Rodríguez; Puerta, Suárez, Díaz.