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Cucho Hernandez shines with assist as Colombia tops Uzbekistan in World Cup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 3:45 PM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Summary

Cucho Hernandez made a notable impact in his World Cup debut, providing an assist that helped Colombia secure a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan on June 17. After entering the match in the 80th minute with Colombia leading 2-1, Hernandez delivered a precise assist to Jaminton Campaz, who scored with a header. This marked Hernandez's first World Cup contribution, following a successful season with Real Betis in La Liga. The win positions Colombia atop Group K following Portugal's draw against the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

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  • •Colombia leads Group K after the victory over Uzbekistan.
  • •Cucho Hernandez provided his first World Cup assist in the match.
  • •Jaminton Campaz scored off Hernandez's assist, sealing the win.
  • •Colombia held a 2-1 lead before the late goal.
  • •Hernandez was substituted into the match in the 80th minute.
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Former Columbus Crew star Cucho Hernandez secured his first World Cup assist to help Colombia defeat Uzbekistan.

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