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Colombia secures World Cup knockout spot with 1-0 win over DR Congo

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 24, 2026, 5:09 AM

Last updated Jun 24, 2026

Colombia secures World Cup knockout spot with 1-0 win over DR Congo
Summary

Colombia defeated DR Congo 1-0 in their FIFA World Cup Group K match on June 24, 2026, thanks to a second-half goal from Daniel Munoz. The match took place at Estadio Chivas in Guadalajara, where Colombia controlled the game and registered 20 shots on goal. DR Congo goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi made several key saves to keep the scoreline close, but could not prevent Munoz's deflected shot late in the match. DR Congo still has a chance to advance to the knockouts if they win their upcoming match against Uzbekistan.

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  • •Colombia's victory puts them in the last 32 of the World Cup
  • •Daniel Munoz scores in the 76th minute
  • •Match held at Estadio Chivas in Guadalajara
  • •DR Congo's Mpasi has strong performance with multiple saves
  • •DR Congo can qualify by beating Uzbekistan next
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Daniel Munoz's second-half strike was enough to see a dominant Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 as the South Americans secured their place in the World Cup last 32.

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