Their Group at World Cup 2026
Uzbekistan: World Cup 2026 Fixtures
If Uzbekistan 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.
Uzbekistan at World Cup 2026: Tournament Profile
Tournament Outlook
Uzbekistan make their World Cup debut, completing Central Asia's most impressive qualification story in soccer history. Their campaign combined defensive resilience with progressive attacking soccer that surprised better-fancied AFC opponents. Group K presents enormous challenges with Portugal and Colombia, but this debut inspires a nation of 36 million people.
Players to Watch
- Eldor Shomurodov: Serie A striker with the physical and technical tools to compete at this level.
- Jaloliddin Masharipov: creative spark providing the technical dimension behind the attack.
Path to the Final
Uzbekistan aim to compete to the final whistle in every match and claim a landmark debut result.
World Cup History
2026 is Uzbekistan's first ever World Cup, a historic debut after a generation of building toward this moment.
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- Is Uzbekistan in the 2026 World Cup?
- Yes. Uzbekistan qualified for FIFA World Cup 2026 and are placed in Group K alongside Portugal, Colombia, and DR Congo. Their first match is on Thu, June 18, 2026.
- What group is Uzbekistan in at World Cup 2026?
- Uzbekistan are in Group K at FIFA World Cup 2026. Their group also contains Portugal (FIFA #6), Colombia (FIFA #14), DR Congo (FIFA #60).
- When does Uzbekistan play at World Cup 2026?
- Uzbekistan play three group-stage matches: Matchday 1: Thu, June 18, 2026 vs Colombia at Estadio Azteca · Mexico City. Matchday 2: Tue, June 23, 2026 vs Portugal at NRG · Houston. Matchday 3: Sat, June 27, 2026 vs DR Congo at Mercedes-Benz · Atlanta. All times are UTC.
- What are Uzbekistan's World Cup 2026 fixtures?
- Uzbekistan's group-stage fixtures are: Matchday 1: Thu, June 18, 2026 vs Colombia at Estadio Azteca · Mexico City. Matchday 2: Tue, June 23, 2026 vs Portugal at NRG · Houston. Matchday 3: Sat, June 27, 2026 vs DR Congo at Mercedes-Benz · Atlanta. Uzbekistan must finish in the top two of Group K to automatically advance to the Round of 32.
- How many times has Uzbekistan been to the World Cup?
- Uzbekistan are making their FIFA World Cup debut in 2026, their first-ever appearance at the tournament.