Group K standings
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Portugal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Colombia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Uzbekistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  DR Congo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
What each team needs
Uzbekistan
A win in their opening match would put Uzbekistan in a strong position to advance from Group K.
Colombia
An opening win over Uzbekistan would be a major statement and strengthen Colombia's chances of progressing.
Team comparison
| Stat | Uzbekistan | Colombia |
|---|---|---|
| FIFA Ranking | 52 | 10 |
| World Cup Titles | 0 | 0 |
| World Cup Appearances | 1 | 7 |
| Best WC Finish | Debut (2026) | Quarterfinals (2014) |
| Manager | Fabio Cannavaro | Néstor Lorenzo |
| How They Qualified | AFC 3rd Round — Group A 3rd place (via playoff) | CONMEBOL — 3rd place (28 pts) |
| 2022 World Cup | Did not qualify | Did not qualify |
| Captain | Eldor Shomurodov | James Rodríguez |
Prediction
Uzbekistan 1 — 2 Colombia
Based on FIFA rankings and recent form. Colombia (ranked 10th) enters as the slight favourite.
Match facts
Uzbekistan have appeared at 1 World Cups. Colombia have appeared at 7.
Uzbekistan are ranked 52th in the world. Colombia are ranked 10th.
Uzbekistan will be making their World Cup debut in 2026.
This match takes place at Estadio Azteca, which is one of the 16 World Cup 2026 venues.
How to watch
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| USA (English) | FOX / FOX Sports App |
| USA (Spanish) | Telemundo / Peacock |
| UK | BBC / ITV (TBC) |
| Worldwide | FIFA+ (select territories) |
Venue
Estadio Azteca · Mexico City · Capacity: 72,766
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