Switzerland and Colombia both have the chance to measure their best performances at a FIFA World Cup when they meet in the round of 16 in Vancouver – and you can live stream the game around the world for free.
Murat Yakin’s Swiss side eased to a 2-0 win over Algeria in the last 32 to claim their first World Cup knockout win in 88 years and are now on the verge of a first quarter-final appearance since 1954. Led by inspirational captain Johan Xhaka, who won his 150th cap against Algeria, you have a useful attack in the middle of Switzerland. Manzambi emerges as one of the stars of the tournament. The 20-year-old has scored three goals and provided two assists as part of a dangerous front four that also includes Dan Ndoye, Ruben Vargas and Breel Embolo.
Colombia will not fear Switzerland’s attacking quartet after three consecutive clean sheets, most recently in the 1-0 win over Ghana in the last 32. Midfielder Jhon Arias scored the winner against the Black Stars, but manager Néstor Lorenzo will have been equally pleased with the performance of Luis Suárez. The forward claimed the assist after coming on for the injured Jhon Córdoba, who will miss the rest of the tournament. Suárez is expected to get the nod from the start in Vancouver as Colombia aim to reach the quarter-finals for only the second time.
So read on as we show you exactly how to watch Switzerland vs Colombia for free from anywhere in FIFA World Cup 2026.
How to watch Switzerland vs Colombia for free
Switzerland vs Colombia is available to watch for free in several countries, including the UK, Australia, Brazil, Belgium, Ireland, the Netherlands, Switzerland and Turkey.
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How to watch Switzerland vs Colombia in USA
American viewers can watch Switzerland vs Colombia on Fox and Telemundo (Spanish communication).
You can watch all World Cup games on Fox, FS1 and Telemundo, which are available on cord cutters such as YouTube TV (free trial), Hulu+Live TV, Sling (selected markets), Fubo or DirecTV.
Those looking for a streaming service instead can watch Switzerland vs Colombia Fox One (3-day free trial). Telemundo is available via Peacock likewise.
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How to watch Switzerland vs Colombia in the UK
UK customers are in luck as they can stream Switzerland vs Colombia free on ITV. Live coverage is on ITV1 and ITVX.
You require a TV license and a valid UK postcode for an account (eg SE1 7PB).
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How to watch Switzerland vs Colombia in Australia
Switzerland vs Colombia will be shown for free in Australia on SBS On Demand.
The streaming platform has every game in the tournament for free, making it the perfect place for your World Cup viewing.
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How to watch Switzerland vs Colombia in Canada
In Canada, TSN and free channel CTV will broadcast Switzerland vs Colombia.
You can stream live via TSN+ streaming platform, which costs $80 per month or $80 per year.
CTV will require your TV provider login details, but is also available via pay TV streaming platform Dry after if you want an alternative.
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Switzerland vs Colombia: Match Information
When does Switzerland vs Colombia start?
Switzerland vs Colombia starts at 9pm BST / 4pm ET Tuesday 7 July. It is at 6pm AEST Wednesday 8 July in Australia.
What are the squads for Switzerland vs Colombia?
Switzerland
Goalkeepers: Marvin Keller (Young Boys), Gregor Kobel (Borussia Dortmund), Yvon Mvogo (Lorient).
Defenders: Manuel Akanji (Inter Milan), Aurele Amenda (Eintracht Frankfurt), Eray Comert (Valencia), Nico Elvedi (Borussia Moenchengladbach), Luca Jaquez (VfB Stuttgart), Miro Muheim (Hamburg), Ricardo Rodriguez (Real Betis), Silvan Widmer (Mainz).
Midfielders: Michel Aebischer (Pisa), Christian Fassnacht (Young Boys), Remo Freuler (Bologna), Ardon Jashari (AC Milan), Johan Manzambi (Freiburg), Fabian Rieder (Augsburg), Djibril Sow, Ruben Vargas (both Sevilla), Granit Xhaka (Sunderland), Denis Zakaria (Monaco).
Extenders: Zeki Amdouni (Burnley), Breel Embolo (Stade Rennais), Cedric Itten (Fortuna Dusseldorf), Dan Ndoye (Nottingham Forest), Noah Okafor (Leeds United).
Colombia
Goalkeepers: Camilo Vargas (Atlas), Alvaro Montero (Velez Sarsfield), David Ospina (Atletico Nacional).
Defenders: Davinson Sanchez (Galatasaray), Jhon Lucumi (Bologna), Yerry Mina (Cagliari), Willer Ditta (Cruz Azul), Daniel Munoz (Crystal Palace), Santiago Arias (Independiente), Johan Mojica (Mallorca), Deiver Machado (Nantes).
Midfielders: Richard Rios (Benfica), Jefferson Lerma (Crystal Palace), Kevin Castano (River Plate), Juan Camilo Portilla (Athletico Paranaense), Gustavo Puerta (Racing de Santander), Jhon Arias (Palmeiras), Jorge Carrascal (Flamengo), Juan Fernando Quintero (River Plate), James Rodriguez Central (Rominario), James Rodriguez (Romines).
Extenders: Juan Camilo Hernandez (Real Betis), Luis Diaz (Bayern Munich), Luis Suarez (Sporting), Carlos Andres Gomez (Vasco da Gama).
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Scene |
Switzerland |
Colombia |
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Group phase |
Group B: 1st, 7 points |
Group K: 1st, 7 points |
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Last 32 |
Beat Algeria (2-0) |
Beat Ghana (1-0) |
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