The Colombia national football team secured their spot in the next round of the World Cup on Tuesday after a hard-fought 1-0 win over Congo. The winning goal was scored by Daniel Muñoz just minutes before the end of the game.

What happened in the match?

Colombia dominated the game from the start, with several scoring opportunities. Congolese goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi was a key figure in the match, making several saves.

Why is this win important for Colombia?

The win allows Colombia to add six points and move to the top of Group K. The team, led by coach Néstor Lorenzo, had debuted the previous week with a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan.

What's next for Colombia?

Colombia's next match will be on Saturday, June 27 against Portugal. | Date | Match | Result | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-06-24 | Colombia vs Congo | 1-0 | | 2026-06-27 | Colombia vs Portugal | - |

Colombia coach Néstor Lorenzo highlighted the importance of the win and the team's effort. James Rodríguez became one of the three Colombian players with the most appearances in a World Cup