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Colombia's Fans Power World Cup Push

Published July 7, 2026 · Updated July 7, 2026 · The Guardian

Colombia's passionate supporters, known as 'yellow fever,' have traveled in massive numbers to Vancouver as the team prepares to face Switzerland in their quest for a quarter-final appearance.

Thousands of Colombian fans have descended on Vancouver, continuing their impressive support that has characterized Colombia's World Cup journey. The vibrant yellow-clad supporters have filled host cities with color and joy, creating an atmosphere that has helped propel Néstor Lorenzo's team forward. somethingsdifferent.biz

Colombia aims to reach their first quarter-final in 12 years when they face Switzerland on Tuesday. This level of fan migration hasn't been seen since Colombia's last quarter-final in 2014, when supporters traveled in massive numbers to Brazil.

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