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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 KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· 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 Midland
The World Cup match between Colombia and Ghana may have taken place in Kansas City, but the sweltering heat that affected the players is all too familiar to Midland residents. The heat index of 96 degrees during the game is comparable to the temperatures often experienced in the Permian Basin during the summer months. As the tournament progresses, it will be interesting to see how the heat affects the players in future matches, particularly if they are held in similar climates. For now, Colombia's victory has set them up for a match against Switzerland, and local soccer fans will be watching to see how they fare in the next round. The fact that Colombia has won 11 consecutive World Cup matches when scoring first bodes well for their chances, but as their star Luis Díaz noted, every game has been tight, and nothing can be taken for granted.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? 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...
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