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SAMARA, Russia, June 28-- A 1-0 victory on Thursday ensured Colombia to advance to World Cup knockout stage as Group H winners while Senegal were sent packing on fair play rule. With a lone goal from defender Yerry Mina in the second half at the Samara Arena, the South American country secured a spot in the last 16. Senegal earned four points, leveling with Japan who lost 1-0 to Poland in the other group match. The result left Senegal eliminated because they received more yellow cards than Japan. The Teranga Lions became the first team that were knocked out by the fair play rule at the World Cup. Colombia coach Jose Nestor Pekerman thought that the results reflected that Group H was "a very even group" and Senegal "had a very good tournament but went home". Colombia played a 4-2-3-1 formation in Thursday's match and both sides did not create good chances in the first 10 minutes. Radamel Falcao, Colombia forward, won a free kick in the 11th minute but Juan Quintero's shot was saved by the Senegal goalkeeper. In the 17th minute, Sadio Mane was brought down by Colombia defender Davinson Sanchez inside the box and Senegal were awarded a penalty. Following the VAR check, the referee reversed his decision and cancelled the penalty. Colombia side made a replacement in the 30th minute, as James Rodriguez was forced off by injury. The Bayern Munich star made no attempts at the goal and only 10 passes. | 
