New York : Colombia has advanced to the World Cup last 16 after a decisive 1-0 victory over Ghana, with Jhon Arias netting the crucial goal that sets up a thrilling encounter with Switzerland.
Jhon Arias sends the ball past Ghana's goalkeeper Lawrence Zigi to put Colombia ahead.
Colombia secured a 1-0 victory over Ghana in the World Cup Round-of-32.
Jhon Arias scored the winning goal for Colombia in the 14th minute.
The win ensures Colombia's progression to the World Cup last 16 stage.
Colombia will now face Switzerland in the Round of 16 on Tuesday.
Ghana's goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi made several key saves despite the loss.
Jhon Arias celebrates scoring what turned out to be the match-winner for Colombia.
Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 to reach the World Cup last 16 stage at Kansas City Stadium, Missouri, United States, on Friday.
Jhon Arias scored the only goal of the final Round-of-32 match to set up a clash with Switzerland.
Arias struck in the 14th minute from close range after a cross from Luis Suarez, who had only just come on as a substitute for the injured Jhon Cordoba.
Luis Diaz thought he had doubled Colombia's advantage in the 56th minute, but the goal was ruled out for off-side.
Colombia dominated much of the match, but found Ghana goalkeeper Lawrence Ati Zigi hard to beat.
Colombia advance to face Switzerland in the Round of 16 on Tuesday in Vancouver.
