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The Colombia national team has advanced past the group stage of the 2026 World Cup and now prepares to face its first elimination match. The team drew 0-0 with Portugal in the final match of Group K, a result that allowed Colombia to maintain its leadership of the group with 7 points and remain undefeated in the tournament.
What happened in Group K?
Colombia finished its participation with two wins and a draw, after defeating Uzbekistán (3-1), winning by a minimum margin over RD Congo, and tying 0-0 with Portugal in Miami.
Who is Colombia's opponent?
The leadership of Group K confirmed Colombia's next challenge in the 2026 World Cup. Colombia will face Ghana, the third-place team in Group L, in a bid for a spot among the 16 best teams in the championship.
When and where will the match be played?
The match will be played on Friday, July 3, at 8:30 p.m., in Kansas, in a single-elimination match that will determine which of the two teams continues its path in the World Cup.
| Date | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Friday, July 3 | 8:30 p.m. | Kansas |
The national team advanced as leader with seven units, the product of two wins and a draw. Against Portugal, Colombia showed a solid image for most of the match, generated the best scoring opportunities, and was seconds away from closing the group stage with a nearly perfect score.
In stoppage time, Davinson Sánchez sent the ball to the back of the net after a cross from Juan Fernando Quintero, but the action was invalidated due to offside, leaving the score 0-0.
What is Colombia's current context?
Considering its last win, Colombia has a recent record of 3W-2D-0L (WWDDW, most recent first) and a streak of 2 consecutive wins. Its last result was a 3-0 win over Australia on November 19, 2025.
