Colombia vs Democratic Republic of the Congo

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Colombia face Democratic Republic of the Congo at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara on June 23, 2026 at 8:00 PM local time. Afternoon rain showers are common in June — bring a light rain jacket. Here's everything you need to know.

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Match Details

Date	June 23, 2026
Kickoff	8:00 PM (CDT / UTC-5)
Venue	Estadio Akron
City	Guadalajara
Stage	Group Stage · Group G
Status	Scheduled
Score	Colombia 0 - 0 Democratic Republic of the Congo

Getting to Estadio Akron

Uber from Chapultepec 25-35 min ($4-5 USD). Match-day shuttle buses from Centro.

Arrive 3+ hours early. FIFA security screening takes time, especially for 50,000+ capacity venues. Gates open approximately 3 hours before kickoff.

Don't forget: Your FIFA FAN ID (mandatory for entry) + match ticket on the FIFA app.

Where to Stay in Guadalajara

Best overall	Chapultepec / Americana
Budget	Centro Histórico
Nightlife	Avenida Chapultepec
Closest to stadium	Providencia (15-20 min)

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What to Eat & Drink

Signature dish: Birria tacos
Top restaurant: Birriería Las 9 Esquinas
Best drink spot: Tequila at La Tequila

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Match-Day Timeline

Morning	Hydrate, eat well, charge your phone to 100%
3-4 hours before	Head to the Fan Zone for pre-match atmosphere
3 hours before	Leave for the stadium — arrive early
2 hours before	Enter security screening, find your seat
Kickoff	8:00 PM
After the match	Wait 15-20 min for crowds to clear, then head to Avenida Chapultepec to celebrate

Essential Tips

FIFA FAN ID is mandatory — no FAN ID, no entry regardless of your ticket
Clear bag policy — only small clear bags (20x15x5 cm) are allowed
No outside food or drinks — eat before you arrive
Use rideshare apps (Uber/DiDi) — don't drive, parking is impossible on match days
Download offline maps — cell networks get overloaded near stadiums

Colombia

Democratic Republic of the Congo