The report credits Manzambi with becoming central to Switzerland’s attack after beginning the tournament on the bench against Qatar. The 20-year-old reportedly scored twice against Bosnia and now has three goals and two assists at the tournament.
His pace has offered Switzerland a direct route forward, particularly in transition. Against Algeria, the report says his run down the left created the opening goal for Breel Embolo.
Yakin has also highlighted Manzambi’s attitude, describing him as humble, clever and team-oriented. That combination of explosiveness and discipline could be decisive against a defence that has rarely been stretched.
Colombia’s progress has reportedly been built on a back line that has conceded only once. Their organisation, tackling and midfield compactness have limited opponents’ space, creating a very different challenge from Switzerland’s previous matches.
Swiss midfielder Ardon Jashari described Colombia as “emotional, intense and straightforward”. Switzerland will need to match that physical edge without losing the composure that allows Manzambi, Embolo and the wide players to attack quickly.
The report says Switzerland’s main attacking quartet has scored eight of nine goals between them. Colombia’s defensive structure will be designed to cut the supply line before those forwards can run at the back four.
Colombia’s reported defensive record makes the under 2.5 goals market appealing, while Switzerland’s attacking return offers a case for both teams to score. The match-winner market looks harder to separate, with both sides unbeaten and built around contrasting strengths.
The quarter-final prize adds another layer. The winner will face either Argentina or Egypt, meaning this tie is not only about surviving the last 16 but also earning a path into one of the tournament’s biggest remaining tests.