• Colombia and Senegal played a scoreless first half, with both teams struggling to mount an attack. A penalty against Colombia was reversed after a video review. Both teams would advance in the World Cup with a victory here.
• James Rodriguez, one of Colombia’s best offensive threats, limped off with an injury in the 31st minute.
• Refresh here for live World Cup updates and analysis from Russia.
• Follow our coverage of the other Group H game, Japan vs. Poland, where it’s scoreless.
How to watch: In the U.S., Fox and Telemundo have the broadcast at 10 a.m., but you can stream it here.
Group H Struggling to Find a Goal
It seems all of Group H has forgotten how to score today. Japan and Poland are tied at 0-0, as well. If those results hold, Japan and Senegal advance. If Poland manages to get a lead in the second half, Senegal and Colombia might as well dig in — a draw for them and a Poland win would send both Senegal and Colombia through.
Halftime: Colombia 0, Senegal 0
Few would be tempted to call that first half “pretty,” but Senegal, at least, will be pleased with their standing. They’ve given up few opportunities to Colombia, and just one real shot. And the sight of James Rodriguez — so instrumental in Colombia’s offense against Poland — limping off was as welcome for Senegal as it was devastating for Colombia. Falcao and Juan Cuadrado will have to find ways to link up in the second half to spark the Cafeteros’ attack.
45’: Colombia Comes Up Short
One final Colombian push before halftime comes up empty, and the teams will go into the locker room scoreless after 45 minutes.
45’: Yellow for Johan Mohica
A Senegalese counterattack led by Mane is broken up by a body check from Johan Mohica, who earns a yellow card for his effective foul. The free kick floats dangerously toward the back post but bounces out untouched.
43’: Colombia Stalls
Falcao receives decent service outside the Senegal area, but he loses control trying to make something happen in the middle of three defenders and is called for a foul. Nothing much from Colombia’s offense as of late.
41’: Another Colombian Hurt
Johan Mojica is down, apparently injured near Colombia’s end line. Juan Quintero sprinted over to the sideline to have a conversation with Colombia Manager Jose Pekerman, apparently about Mojica’s status. Mojica stays in for now, though, after a moment of treatment.
37’: Mane Attacking
Sadio Mane makes a dangerous run cutting through the middle, but Sanchez is determined not to let him through without a fight, and brings him down about 30 yards out and gives up a free kick. But Sane shanks the kick, and his attempt goes nowhere near the goal.
35’: N’Diaye Handles Colombia’s Free Kick
Colombia keeps it together after losing Rodriguez, who was named the man of the match against Poland, and draws a free kick. But it’s too far and Khadim N’Diaye again picks it out of the air.
31’: James Rodriguez Goes Off
This is not good news for Colombia. James Rodriguez is coming off early, being replaced by Luis Muriel. Rodriguez was limited coming into the World Cup because of a calf strain, playing just 30 minutes in their opener, but had recovered and played a longer stretch against Poland. But clearly he’s struggling again.
30’: Senegal Has the Edge
Senegal has responded well after Colombia’s last threat. They’ve mounted a good bit of pressure in the attacking third, mostly through Mane, but they’ve also been able to win the ball back after turnovers and keep possession for long stretches.
27’: There’s Mane!
Sadio Mane bursts through the Colombia defense and gets into the area. His shot is blocked, and Keita Balde tries to put in a rebound, but Ospina makes an easy save.
25’: Falcao Just Misses
Juan Quintero gets clipped with a late tackle on the right side (and probably embellishes a bit), winning a free kick for Colombia in a dangerous spot. And Falcao has a great look at a header on the free kick, but send it just barely over the bar!
23’: Senegal Presses
The game is opening up as Senegal gets a little more assertive on offense. They’re looking to break Sane through up the middle, but Colombia is doing just enough to close him down when he’s on the ball.
21’: Senegal’s Free Kick Blocked
Senegal wins another free kick on the left side, about 30 yards out, but again it goes straight to Ospina.
17’: No Penalty After Review
The referee reviews it and decides to rescind the call! Colombia escapes a tough spot.
Davinson Sanchez lunged at Mane and appeared to take out his front leg, but the referee must have decided that he got enough of the ball to justify the tackle. That one will certainly be hotly debated if it ends up being decisive today.
Remember, VAR isn't to relitigate every decision. It's to get the game-changing ones right.
— Andrew Das (@AndrewDasNYT) June 28, 2018
17’: Penalty!
Sadio Mane is brought down in the box! Senegal will have a penalty kick.
15’: Sabaly Gets Physical
Youssouf Sabaly has been physical so far. Referee Milorad Mazic lets him know it with a whistle after a rough tackle.
13’: Colombia’s Offense Awakens
Colombia’s started to put it together on offense, playing more fluid passes and stretching the field. Falcao gets crushed by two defenders trying to bring down a lofted pass about 5 yards outside the top of the area and Colombia gets a dangerous free kick. Juan Quintero curls it around the wall toward the far post, but Khadim N’Diaye makes a good save.
9’: Free Kick for Senegal
Senegal wins a free kick on the left side about 40 yards out. But Keita Baldé puts too much on it and Colombia’s goalkeeper David Ospina makes an easy catch.
8’: Slow Start for Both Sides
Nerves may be playing a role here. Colombia has seemed particularly sloppy, unable to connect on many passes and often going back to the goalkeeper, David Ospina, to avoid a costly turnover in their own half.
4’: Senegal Playing Long Ball
Senegal has tried to launch a couple early attacks with long balls down the wings, but they’ve been way off target with their delivery.
1’: Kickoff!
We’re underway! Colombia’s wearing yellow and Senegal is in green. If the national anthems were any indication, Colombia has an overwhelming advantage in the stands today.
A Friendly Reminder
Don’t @ them:
A reminder to all those watching Thursday's #WorldCup matches. While we're grateful for all your support, COLOMBIA -- not Columbia -- will play Senegal.
— Columbia University (@Columbia) June 28, 2018
Colombia Gets Some Help
Colombia gets some relief on defense for this game, as Carlos Sanchez, their veteran defensive midfielder, returns after receiving a red card in the third minute of the opening match against Japan. Though the Colombians survived without him against a toothless Poland attack in their second game, Sanchez will be crucial in slowing Senegal.
On the other side, the best matchup to watch will be the tandem of Kalidou Koulibaly and Youssouf Sabaly trying to slow down Colombia’s James Rodrigues and Radamel Falcao.
Colombia’s Starting Lineup
Goalkeeper: 1 David Ospina (Arsenal)
Defenders: 23 Davinson Sanchez (Tottenham), 4 Santiago Arias (PSV Eindhoven), 17 Johan Mojica (Girona), 13 Yerry Mina (Barcelona)
Midfielders: 6 Carlos Sanchez (Espanyol), 10 James Rodriguez (Bayern Munich), 15 Mateus Uribe (America), 20 Juan Quintero (River Plate), 11 Juan Cuadrado (Juventus)
Forward: 9 Radamel Falcao (Monaco)
Look for Senegal to Attack
Senegal coach Aliou Cisse is mixing it up after the team’s 2-2 draw with Japan. He’s bringing back Cheikhou Kouyate to the midfield to replace Alfred N’Diaye. Also, Keita Balde and Lamine Gassama are inserted in the starting lineup.
This is an attack-heavy lineup for Senegal, led by Sadio Mane. The Liverpool forward will be joined up front by M’Baye Niang of A.C. Milan.
Senegal’s Starting Lineup
Goalkeeper: 16 Khadim N’Diaye (Horoya AC)
Defenders: 3 Kalidou Koulibaly (Napoli), 12 Youssouf Sabaly (Bordeaux), 21 Lamine Gassama (Alanyaspor).
Midfielders: 5 Idrissa Gana Gueye (Everton), 8 Cheikhou Kouyate (West Ham), 6 Salif Sane (Hannover 96)
Forwards: 10 Sadio Mane (Liverpool), 20 Keita Balde Diao (Monaco), 18 Ismaila Sarr (Rennes), 19 M’Baye Niang (AC Milan)
Interactive Feature
Spot the Ball
We’ve pulled some photos from group stage games and made one very important change — we removed the ball. See if you can guess where it was.
Some Pregame Reading
• Senegal Coach Aliou Cissé was the captain of the unforgettable national team that reached the quarterfinals in 2002, and now he is one of two African coaches at this World Cup. He is also the lowest-paid of the World Cup coaches.
• Take a 27-hour train ride across Russia with the most adventurous fans at the World Cup — and our reporter, who went with them.
• Spot the ball! (This isn’t technically reading, but it’s a good way to kill time before the game.)
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