Poland vs Colombia FIFA World Cup 2018 – Lineups, Predictions & Stats Preview 24 June 2018

Two of the best strikers in the world, Robert Lewandowski and Radamel Falcao, will lead their teams in what seems their last chance to save any hopes for qualifying for the Round of 16. This is a must-win game for both teams so hold tight and enjoy the gladiators' battle.

Poland Probable Lineups and Stats

Poland lost 2-1 to Senegal in Matchday 1 despite completing slightly over 80% of their passes and dominating the possession with 56%. 40% of their ten shots were on goal. Only one of their players was carded. They were unlucky to score their opponent’s first through an own-goal by Cionek. They fought back late getting one consolation goal, but it was not enough. Heading to matchday 2, both the players and coach Nawalka know the pressure is pilling, and they have to deliver to stay in the tournament. The coach will opt to remain with the same squad as for matchday 1 with Bednarek having the best shot at making the starting line up. Probable starting lineup: Szczesny, Zielinski, Milik, Pazdan, Piszczek, Rybus, Cionek, Blaszczykowski, Groscki, Krychowiak and Lewandowski. The substitute bench will remain, and the coach will use it as required by the game. Matchday 2 will bid the Polish team against an equal opponent and they have to fight tooth and nail to get the three points.

Colombia Probable Lineups and Stats

Colombia lost their Matchday 1 game against Japan with a 2-1 margin in a game where they were poised by analysts to win. A Red card to Sanchez Carlos was the first in the Rusia 2018 World Cup finals. The game also saw two of their players yellow carded. Colombia completed 80% of their passes. They enjoyed possession of 42% despite being 1man down for almost 90 minutes. They scored one goal through Quintero who was replaced early in the second half. Matchday 2 against Poland is a must win. Therefore, coach Pekerman J will have a tough time selecting a squad. Given Carlos Sanchez will not start due to disciplinary issues, the probable line up will have; Ospina, Arias, Sanchez D, Murillo, Lerma, Bacca, Cuadrado, Quintero, Cuadrado, Falcao, Izquierdo. The bench will remain unchanged. J Rodriguez may add to the coach selection headache and will be expected to get more game time. Matchday 2 for Colombia will be against tougher opponents, therefore, they must bring their A game.

Poland v Colombia – Head to Head

Poland met Colombia only once before in 2006. Colombia emerged victorious with a 2-1 victory. For 2018 Russia World Cup finals, the game is expected to be highly intensive with both teams poised to score through Lewandoski and Falcao for Poland and Colombia respectively. The game is a must-win for both teams, so we are in for a massive World Cup treat.

Expert Tip

Poland and Colombia performed poorly in their first clashes against Senegal and Japan. According to our experts and analysts, Colombia has much greater chances to go ahead in the world title race, but it can be done with a lot of hard work and sweat. We think Columbia will record the first win here as they are the strongest and more experienced team in Group H than their rivals and they are playing against a team out of form here. We expect the Columbian team to take the victory.

Interesting Facts and Information

  • Poland wins 1st half in 54% of their games, Colombia in 10% of their games.
  • Both teams lost their last game.
  • Colombia’s recent performance is better than Poland’s.
  • In World Cup, Poland has better performance than Colombia.
  • The winner of their last meeting was Colombia. They won by 1 goal.
  • Poland scores 1.89 goals when playing at home and Colombia scores 1.29 goals when playing away (on average).
  • When Poland leads 1-0 at home, they win in 80% of their games.
  • When Colombia leads 0-1 away, they win in 50% of their games.
  • When Poland is down 0-1 home, they win 0% of their games.
  • When Colombia is down 1-0 away, they win 50% of their games.

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