Vancouver’s final match of the FIFA World Cup gets underway Tuesday with Colombia facing Switzerland in a round-of-16 knockout game at B.C. Place.
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It’s the Swiss team’s third straight match at the Vancouver venue after defeating Canada 2-1 on June 24 and Algeria 2-0 on July 2.
Colombia, meanwhile, advanced after a win 1-0 over Ghana on July 3.
Like Switzerland, Colombia is unbeaten in four matches at the 2026 World Cup as the teams vie for a spot in the quarterfinals.
The two teams met at the 1994 World Cup, when Colombia clinched a decisive 2-0 win, though still finished at the bottom of their group.
Tuesday’s match—the last match of the 2026 World Cup to be played on Canadian soil—gets underway at 1 p.m. PT.
Follow along here for live updates throughout the game and after the final whistle.
3:16 p.m. PT: Halftime of extra time
The first 15 minutes of extra time are in the books, and the match is still scoreless. Colombia took five shots during the first extra time period, with Jhon Lucumí coming closest to scoring.
The defender hit the crossbar in the 99th minute, but the deadlock remains. Fifteen minutes left before penalty kicks.
At the other end of the pitch, Zeki Amdouni forced a save from Colombia’s goalkeeper in the 104th minute, but the linesman’s flag went up for offside.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
2:55 p.m. PT: End of regulation
The final whistle has blown. We’ll play 30 more minutes. If the score is still tied after that time, it’ll be penalty kicks to decide who goes on to face Lionel Messi and Argentina in the quarterfinals.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
2:45 p.m. PT: First 0-0 of the knockouts?
While both teams continue to seek a winning goal, time is running out for them to do so.
Five minutes plus stoppage time are left in the match. If it remains scoreless, we’ll have 30 minutes of extra time, then, potentially, penalties.
There have been three matches decided by penalty kicks so far this tournament, but none of them in the Round of 16 and none of them after scoreless draws.
After 23 goals in the six previous matches Vancouver has hosted, Swiss and Colombian fans will be praying for just one more.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
2:27 p.m. PT: Second hydration break
It’s the second half hydration break and the match remains scoreless.
Colombia enjoyed a spell of sustained pressure ahead of the break, but—as in the first half—had trouble creating genuine scoring opportunities.
There’s a little more than 20 minutes plus stoppage time left for one of these teams to get a goal and avoid extra time.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
2:03 p.m. PT: Second half begins
The second half is underway at B.C. Place. Will either team find a winning goal in the second 45 minutes? Or are we headed for extra time and possible penalties in Canada’s World Cup finale?
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
1:50 p.m. PT: Scoreless at halftime
Switzerland and Colombia are scoreless at halftime after a back-and-forth opening 45 minutes.
Fabian Rieder had a good chance for Switzerland in the 29th minute, running onto a loose ball in the Colombia box and blasting a shot on goal that goalkeeper Camilo Vargas saved.
Colombia put pressure on the Switzerland goal near the end of the half, but couldn’t generate a clean look at goal.
As with last week’s Round of 32 match, today’s game must have a winner. If the match is tied after 90 minutes, an additional 30 minutes of extra time will be played. If the teams are still even after that time, a penalty kick shootout will be held.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
1:23 p.m. PT: Hydration break
The referee has blown the whistle for the first-half hydration break.
The match has been played at a sometimes frantic pace so far, with both teams looking to break quickly on counterattacks.
So far, neither team has managed to find a breakthrough. Gustavo Puerta had the best chance for either side so far. The Columbian’s 21st-minute strike was curling toward the top corner, but Swiss goalkeeper Gregor Kobel made the save.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
1 p.m. PT: Kickoff
We’re underway in Vancouver’s final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The winner of this match will join seven other nations in the quarterfinals in the United States.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
12:55 p.m. PT: Anthems underway
The teams are on the pitch and the national anthems are underway, starting with Switzerland. Kickoff is just minutes away now.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
12:50 p.m. PT: FIFA Fan Festival filling up
The new PNE amphitheatre is starting to fill up 10 minutes ahead of kickoff between Colombia and Switzerland, and Colombian colours are definitely in the majority here.
There are believed to be as many as 25,000 fans travelling to watch the team. After the Aussies arguably set the standard for visiting nations partying loud and proud downtown after their match, Colombia may best them tonight depending what happens at B.C. Place.
As for locals on this final day of World Cup competition in Vancouver, one man just told us he’ll be sad to see the party end. He also wishes he’d taken more time off work to enjoy the games and the local vibe.
A security officer here at the PNE told us afternoon games have been better attended than those in the morning because many people are putting in a few hours at work then taking the rest of the day off.
With the tournament now entering the quarterfinals, that excuse to play hooky will sadly end soon!
Andrew Johnson, CTV National News
12:35 p.m. PT: Colombia makes history
When today’s match kicks off, Colombia will become the first—and only—nation to play in all three host countries during this World Cup.
Los Cafeteros started their tournament in Mexico with Group Stage matches against Uzbekistan and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The team then faced Portugal in Miami in its final group stage match, before defeating Ghana in Kansas City in the Round of 32.
Now, Colombia’s journey takes it north of the border for Vancouver’s—and Canada’s—final match of the tournament.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
12:05 p.m. PT: Under an hour to kickoff
The finale of Vancouver’s hosting duties for the 2026 World Cup gets underway in less than an hour at B.C. Place.
The knockout rounds have brought some dramatic results so far, though Switzerland’s 2-0 win over Algeria in Vancouver last was not one of the tournament’s most exciting matches.
A repeat of that performance would suit Switzerland just fine, of course, but neutrals will be hoping for drama like we saw in today’s first match between Argentina and Egypt.
Here’s the Swiss lineup:
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
11:50 a.m. PT: Colombia lineup
Colombia has announced its starting 11 for today’s match. Captain and World Cup legend James Rodriguez is the latest global star to make an appearance at B.C. Place during this tournament.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
11:05 a.m. PT: Argentina survives
In the first match of the day, Argentina has completed an extraordinary comeback against Egypt in Atlanta.
The defending champions trailed 2-0 in the 79th minute when Christian Romero scored to cut the deficit before Lionel Messi tied the match just four minutes later.
Enzo Fernandez scored the winner for Argentina in the third minute of stoppage time to complete the comeback, setting off wild celebrations and bringing Messi to tears as the final whistle blew.
The winner of today’s match in Vancouver will face Argentina in the quarterfinals in Kansas City on Saturday.
Ian Holliday, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
10:15 a.m. PT: Colombia fans on the move
A procession of Colombia fans wave banners and chant as they begin their procession from Jonathan Rogers Park towards B.C. Place stadium before kickoff.
Colombia, listed at No. 11 in FIFA’s current rankings, is chasing its first World Cup quarterfinal since 2014.
Todd Coyne, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
9:45 a.m. PT: Mayor gives Vancouver ‘A+’
Looking back at the tournament, Mayor Ken Sim gives the city an “A+” on its hosting abilities.
“It’s been an incredible ride. It’s a little bittersweet, you know. It’s been so exciting that this happened in our great city, and it’s sad today’s the last game here,” he told CTV Your Morning Vancouver.
He says his glowing grade comes from the work of volunteers, first responders, the Downtown Van BIA, hotels, restaurants, and of course the residents who have come out to party.
“They have shown the world that Vancouver is an incredible city, it’s super friendly, super hospitable, and I am so proud of our community that has made Vancouver the best city to host.”
Kaija Jussinoja, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
8:25 a.m. PT: World Cup poll results
Most Metro Vancouver residents are satisfied with how all three levels of government promoted the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to a new Research Co. poll released Tuesday.
The survey found 61 per cent of respondents approve of the federal government’s promotional efforts for the tournament, followed by 59 per cent for the City of Vancouver and 53 per cent for the provincial government.
Similarly, 79 per cent of respondents said they believe hosting the World Cup will have a positive impact on Canada, while 72 per cent expect said it would benefit the city and the province.
By comparison, fewer than 70 per cent of Metro Vancouver residents polled in February 2010 expected similar results from the Winter Olympics, according to the polling firm.
Majorities of respondents (80 per cent) also said hosting the World Cup tournament will help make Vancouver and B.C. more attractive to tourists, while 69 per cent said it would encourage economic development and 54 per cent said it would create long-term jobs.
One-in-five Metro Vancouver residents (20 per cent) reported attending a “FIFA Fan Festival” or “fan zone” during the tournament, while fewer (11 per cent) said they bought merchandise or apparel with the Team Canada logo.
Just nine per cent reported hosting a watch party at home during a Canadian game, while six per cent said they hosted a watch party for a match that did not feature Canada.
Todd Coyne, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
8 a.m. PT: Fan marches planned
Colombia fans will be marching to B.C. Place from Jonathan Rogers Park at 9:45 a.m. ahead of the 1 p.m. kickoff.
Switzerland fans have made Vancouver their de facto home base as a result of their team’s three consecutive matches at B.C. Place, and they’ll be marching from the Blarney Stone Pub at 11 a.m.
Tuesday’s match comes less than four weeks since Vancouver got its first taste of the world’s biggest sporting event, when Australia fans swamped the downtown core for a match against Türkiye.
Since then, the city has been swept up in World Cup euphoria, with Canada fans staging two huge marches to the stadium and crowds flooding Granville Street on game days.
7:30 a.m. PT: Road closures around stadium
There will be game-day road closures in effect around B.C. Place stadium as Colombia prepares to take on Switzerland at 1 p.m.
The stretch of Granville Street between Davie and Georgia streets, which has been transformed into a pedestrian zone for the entirety of the tournament, also remains closed to vehicle traffic.
Transit provider TransLink has implemented service changes to help people get around the city’s downtown during the tournament.
Todd Coyne, CTVNewsVancouver.ca
7 a.m. PT: Players leave training early
Several players on Switzerland’s World Cup team cut training short on Monday, leaving their coach uneasy about Tuesday’s round 16 match against Colombia.
Those players include midfielders Rubén Vargas and Djibril Sow and the team’s World Cup breakout star Johan Manzambi.
“If they might not play tomorrow, it can be a huge issue for us,” coach Murat Yakin said in an interview with Associated Press.
Defender Luca Jaquez and midfielder Michel Aebisischer did not train and may not play, according to the team.
“Everybody wants to play. We have so many different options,” Yakin said. “If something happens it’s not going to be a disaster.”
A win for the Swiss on Tuesday would send them to the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time since 1954.
