Their Group at World Cup 2026
Colombia: World Cup 2026 Fixtures
If Colombia finish in the top two of Group K, or qualify as one of the eight best third-placed teams, their Round of 32 match takes place between 28 June and 4 July 2026 at a venue determined by their group finishing position.
Colombia at World Cup 2026: Tournament Profile
Tournament Outlook
Colombia's 2024 Copa América run, unbeaten through the tournament before losing the final to Argentina, confirmed this generation as CONMEBOL's most complete side outside the top two. Group K's second-place spot is theirs to lose, and they travel with genuine quarter-final ambition.
Players to Watch
- Luis Díaz: relentless, direct winger who is among the toughest forwards in the world to contain.
- James Rodríguez: a mature playmaker whose passing range still shapes big matches.
Path to the Final
Colombia look to match or surpass their 2014 quarter-final by holding off Portugal for the group lead and chasing a deep knockout run.
World Cup History
This is Colombia's seventh World Cup, with their best finish a quarter-final at Brazil 2014.
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- Is Colombia in the 2026 World Cup?
- Yes. Colombia qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group K alongside Portugal, Uzbekistan, and DR Congo. Their first match is on Thu, June 18, 2026.
- What group is Colombia in at World Cup 2026?
- Colombia are in Group K at FIFA World Cup 2026. Their group also contains Portugal (FIFA #6), Uzbekistan (FIFA #57), DR Congo (FIFA #60).
- When does Colombia play at World Cup 2026?
- Colombia play three group-stage matches: Matchday 1: Thu, June 18, 2026 vs Uzbekistan at Estadio Azteca · Mexico City. Matchday 2: Wed, June 24, 2026 vs DR Congo at Akron · Guadalajara. Matchday 3: Sat, June 27, 2026 vs Portugal at Hard Rock · Miami. All times are UTC.
- What are Colombia's World Cup 2026 fixtures?
- Colombia's group-stage fixtures are: Matchday 1: Thu, June 18, 2026 vs Uzbekistan at Estadio Azteca · Mexico City. Matchday 2: Wed, June 24, 2026 vs DR Congo at Akron · Guadalajara. Matchday 3: Sat, June 27, 2026 vs Portugal at Hard Rock · Miami. Colombia must finish in the top two of Group K to automatically advance to the Round of 32.
- How many times has Colombia been to the World Cup?
- Colombia are appearing at the World Cup for the 7th time in 2026. Their best World Cup result is: Quarter-final (2014).