Luis Diaz Leads Colombia to Thrilling 3-1 Victory Over Uzbekistan in World Cup 2026

uzbekistan-match/">Colombia secured a convincing 3-1 victory against Uzbekistan in their opening match of the group stage at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

The Colombian team took an early lead, with Daniel Munoz scoring in the 14th minute, allowing them to finish the first half ahead by a goal.

In the second half, Uzbekistan equalized in the 60th minute with a goal from Abassbek Faizullayev, bringing the match back to level terms.

However, Colombia quickly responded, as Luis Diaz netted the second goal for his team in the 65th minute, reigniting their advantage in a match filled with excitement and intensity.

Jaiminton Campaz sealed the victory for Colombia with a third goal in stoppage time (90+9 minutes), confirming their dominance and securing all three points.

With this result, Colombia tops Group 11 with three points. Meanwhile, Portugal and the Democratic Republic of Congo are tied for second and third place with one point each, while Uzbekistan sits at the bottom without any points.

Uzbekistan’s Lineup Against Colombia in World Cup 2026

Goalkeeper: Otkir Yusupov.

Defenders: Rustam Ashurmatov – Abdukadir Khosanov – Abdullah Abdullayev.

Midfielders: Sherzod Nasrullayev – Behruz Karimov – Otobek Shukurov – Akmal Muzgovoy.

Forwards: Abassbek Faizullayev – Eldor Shomurodov – Oston Orunov.

Colombia’s Lineup Against Uzbekistan in World Cup 2026

Goalkeeper: Camilo Vargas.

Defenders: Daniel Munoz – Davinson Sanchez – John Lucumi – Johan Mojica.

Midfielders: Jefferson Lerma – Gustavo Puerta – James Rodriguez.

Forwards: John Arias – Luis Suarez – Luis Diaz.