Colombia defeated Ghana 1-0 on Friday to advance to the World Cup round of 16, where it will face Switzerland.

The Socceroos are hoping to create history by beating Egypt and becoming the first Australian side to win a World Cup knock-out match.

Jhon Arias scored off a sharp cross from Luis Suárez in the opening minutes, and Colombia controlled Ghana on a sweltering night at Arrowhead Stadium, allowing Los Cafeteros to advance to the Round of 16 at the World Cup with a 1-0 victory Friday night.

Colombia booked the last place in the World Cup's round of 16 as they beat Ghana 1-0 in Kansas City. Jhon Arias grabbed the only goal after 14 minutes as the earned a meeting with Switzerland in Vancouver.

Colombia controlled Ghana on a sweltering night at Arrowhead Stadium, allowing Los Cafeteros to advance to the round of 16 at the World Cup with a 1-0 victory Friday night.

Colombia scored an early goal and controlled much of the game over Ghana in their World Cup round of 32 match.