Colombia starts World Cup 2026 campaign with win over Uzbekistan
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Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Colombia opened its 2026 World Cup with a 3-1 victory against Uzbekistan on June 18. The match, held in Mexico City, saw Luis Diaz contribute significantly, assisting the first goal and scoring the second. Uzbekistan managed to score its inaugural World Cup goal, but Colombia secured its lead with a final goal from Jáminton Campaz. By winning, Colombia now leads Group K, with Portugal and DR Congo each earning a point from their match. Colombia can advance to the knockout stage with a win against DR Congo on June 23.
- •Colombia leads Group K after its first match.
- •Luis Diaz assists and scores in the victory.
- •Uzbekistan records its first World Cup goal.
- •Colombia plays DR Congo next on June 23.
- 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Colombia beats Uzbekistan behind brilliant night from Luis Diaz
- 4:02 AMYahoo Sports — World Cup 2026: Colombia beats Uzbekistan behind Luis Diaz's brilliant debut
"Colombia leads Group K after its first day of play.
"Colombia leads Group K after its first day of play.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 4:02 AMWorld Cup 2026: Colombia beats Uzbekistan behind brilliant night from Luis Diaz
Colombia leads Group K after its first day of play.
- Yahoo SportsJun 18, 2026, 4:02 AMWorld Cup 2026: Colombia beats Uzbekistan behind Luis Diaz's brilliant debut
Colombia leads Group K after its first day of play.
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