Arias’s 14th-Minute Goal Seals Ghana’s World Cup Exit

The Black Stars of Ghana bowed out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup after Colombia secured a 1-0 victory at Kansas City Stadium. Jhon Arias broke the deadlock with a composed finish in the 14th minute, capping a dominant start for the South Americans. Ghana threatened early when Thomas Partey unleashed a powerful long-range strike, but Colombia quickly dictated play. The visitors created several openings before halftime, with Luis Díaz and Johan Mojica both testing Ghana’s goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi. In the second half, Colombia maintained their composure despite a disallowed goal for marginal offside. They shut out Ghana and prevented the Black Stars from registering a shot on target. Colombia now advance to face Switzerland in the Round of 16 in Vancouver.

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