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Jhon Arias scores and Colombia beats Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup Round of 16
By Associated Press at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 4, 2026
· 4 min read
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — The plan for Colombia against Ghana on Friday night probably did not involve making a substitution just minutes into the match.That plan also went by the wayside when Jhon Córdoba appeared to hurt his groin.Forced into making a rare early move, Colombia coach Néstor Lorenz...
Key takeaway ”The early goal was a good omen: Colombia has won 11 consecutive World Cup matches when scoring first.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville 's soccer fans are likely to be following Colombia's progress in the World Cup, and their 1-0 victory over Ghana is a significant development. As Colombia moves on to the Round of 16, local fans will be watching to see how they fare against Switzerland. The city's growing soccer community, which has been boosted by the success of Nashville SC, will be interested in seeing how Colombia's team strategy and cohesion contribute to their success. Coach Néstor Lorenzo's emphasis on teamwork and unity is a theme that will resonate with local soccer enthusiasts, who have seen similar approaches pay off for their own team. With the World Cup capturing the attention of sports fans nationwide, Nashville's soccer community will be eagerly anticipating Colombia's next match.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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