Colombia secures knockout stage with 1-0 win over DR Congo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 4:04 AM
Last updated Jun 24, 2026
Colombia defeated DR Congo 1-0 in their World Cup match on June 24, securing their place in the round of 32 with a game still remaining in the group stage. Daniel Munoz scored the lone goal in the 76th minute after being set up by Juan Quintero. Colombia dominated possession and created numerous chances, but were met with strong goalkeeping from Lionel Mpasi. This result leaves DR Congo with one point, requiring a favorable outcome against Uzbekistan in their next match to stay in qualifying contention.
- •Colombia has six points after two matches in Group K.
- •Daniel Munoz scored the winning goal against DR Congo.
- •Lionel Mpasi made several crucial saves for DR Congo.
- •DR Congo must secure a result against Uzbekistan to continue their qualification hopes.
- 4:04 AMYahoo Sports — Colombia lay down gauntlet to Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal with DR Congo victory
"Colombia 1-0 DR Congo: Daniel Munoz’s deflected finish made it two wins from two for the South American side
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