Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage, Group K.

The match took place on 18 June 2026 at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City, forming part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage, Group K. Both sides entered the game looking to collect early points, and the stadium provided a vibrant backdrop for a contest that would be decided within the regular 90 minutes.

How it unfolded

The early rhythm was interrupted in the seventh minute when Colombia’s left-back Johan Mojica received a yellow card for a bad foul, signalling the first disciplinary action of the encounter. Uzbekistan responded in kind at the 34th minute when defender Abdukodir Khusanov was cautioned for a similar infringement, leaving both teams with a booking on the board.

The deadlock was broken just before the half-hour mark. In the 40th minute Daniel Muñoz opened the scoring for Colombia after receiving a through ball from Luis Díaz. Muñoz’s right-footed strike from the centre of the box flew into the high centre of the net, giving the visitors a 1-0 lead.

Uzbekistan fought back in the hour-mark. Two minutes into the second half, Abbosbek Fayzullaev headed home from very close range, directing the ball to the top left corner and restoring parity at 1-1.

Only five minutes later, Colombia reclaimed the advantage. Luis Díaz, who had earlier supplied the assist for Muñoz, turned the tables by scoring himself in the 65th minute. A right-footed shot from the centre of the box found the bottom right corner, the move having been set up by Gustavo Puerta.

The final blow came deep into stoppage time. In the ninth minute of added time, Jáminton Campaz headed home for Colombia after a cross from Cucho Hernández found him in the centre of the box. His header into the bottom left corner completed a 3-1 win for the South American side.

Standout performers

Colombia’s attacking trio dominated the scoreboard. Daniel Muñoz provided the opening goal, while Luis Díaz contributed both an assist and a goal, showcasing his dual threat. Gustavo Puerta’s assist for Díaz and Cucho Hernández’s cross for Campaz added depth to Colombia’s creative play.

For Uzbekistan, Abbosbek Fayzullaev’s header was the solitary highlight, demonstrating composure under pressure to level the match temporarily.

Match facts

  • Final score: Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia
  • Scorers:
    • Daniel Muñoz (Colombia) – 40' (assist: Luis Díaz)
    • Abbosbek Fayzullaev (Uzbekistan) – 60'
    • Luis Díaz (Colombia) – 65' (assist: Gustavo Puerta)
    • Jáminton Campaz (Colombia) – 90'+9' (assist: Cucho Hernández)
  • Bookings:
    • Johan Mojica (Colombia) – 7' (yellow)
    • Abdukodir Khusanov (Uzbekistan) – 34' (yellow)
  • Venue: Estadio Banorte, Mexico City

What it means

The 3-1 result adds three points to Colombia’s tally and one point to Uzbekistan’s, keeping both nations firmly engaged in the ongoing Group K campaign of the FIFA World Cup 2026.