Match preview

Uzbekistan meet Colombia in a group stage Group K tie at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Uzbekistan make a historic World Cup debut after years of near-misses in qualification. The White Wolves secured their place with a disciplined campaign in the expanded Asian format. Striker Eldor Shomurodov leads a determined and well-organised squad.

Colombia arrive with their own ambitions. Colombia return to the World Cup after missing 2022, having reached the 2024 Copa América final. Coached by Néstor Lorenzo and led by James Rodríguez, Los Cafeteros play attractive attacking football. They aim to match or better their 2014 quarter-final run.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Uzbekistan vs Colombia?

Uzbekistan face Colombia on Thu Jun 18 · 2:00 AM GMT at Estadio Azteca, Mexico City.

Where is the match being played?

Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, Mexico (capacity 87,000).

What competition is this match part of?

It is a Group Stage (Group K) fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

What was the result?

Uzbekistan 1 – 3 Colombia.