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Colombia break down stubborn DR Congo to seal World Cup knockout place

• Colombia secured a 1-0 victory over DR Congo in a World Cup group stage match, with Daniel Munoz scoring the decisive goal.
• Munoz’s deflected finish in the 76th minute finally broke the deadlock after DR Congo’s goalkeeper, Lionel Mpasi, had made several impressive saves.
• Colombia dominated possession and created numerous chances, with James Rodriguez and Luis Diaz among those denied by Mpasi.
• The win means Colombia have six points from two matches and have guaranteed their progression to the knockout stage of the tournament.
• DR Congo remain on one point and must secure a result against Uzbekistan in their final group game to keep their qualification hopes alive.