Switzerland vs. Colombia - Exact Score

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Market context

Switzerland and Colombia will face off in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16 on Tuesday, July 7, at 4:00 PM ET at BC Place in Vancouver, with the market on an exact score currently implying an 11% chance for a specific outcome[1]. Historical head-to-head data frames this probability as conservative; the two nations have met only twice since 1994, with Colombia winning both encounters, including a decisive 2-0 victory at the 1994 World Cup in San Francisco[2][4]. In that past showdown, Colombia’s attacking firepower overwhelmed Switzerland’s defence, a pattern that persists as Colombia enters the 2026 tournament as one of South America’s most dangerous teams, bringing flair and creativity to the pitch[5].

Traders should monitor pre-match squad announcements and tactical shifts, particularly regarding Colombia’s attacking lineup and Switzerland’s defensive resilience, as these dependencies will heavily influence the final score[3]. Recent form suggests Switzerland scored first in 15 of their last 17 matches, while Colombia have lost just one of four previous head-to-heads, winning two and drawing one[6]. Sportsbook lines currently show Colombia as favourites with a +125 moneyline, while the draw sits at +225, indicating a meaningful divergence from the prediction-market implied probability which may be underpricing Colombia’s offensive potential[3]. Analyst consensus aligns with Colombia’s attacking strength, suggesting the 11% probability for the specific exact score may be an outlier compared to broader odds comparisons across platforms.

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Methodology

This page reviews Switzerland vs. Colombia - Exact Score across five venues. The live probability is the Polymarket mid-price, sourced directly from the on-chain Polygon order book; the comparison columns benchmark each venue on fee structure, KYC, settlement currency and payment rails. Every CTA routes to Best Prediction Markets UK, which mirrors the Polymarket order book at 0% fees.

Resolution & payout

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FAQ

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How reliable are the quoted odds?

The YES/NO percentages are the live mid-prices of the Polymarket order book. On deep markets they move every few seconds; on thinner ones you'll see short plateaus.