Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia Higlights, FIFA World Cup 2026: Diaz And Campaz Star In Los Cafeteros’ Goal-Filled Triumph

Good Morning and welcome the live coverage of Group K fixture featuring Uzbekistan and Colombia at the Estadio Azteca. Stay tuned for pre-match updates.

Location: Coyoacan, Mexico City

Stadium: Estadio Azteca

Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Kick-off Time: 07:30 AM (IST) on Thursday, June 18, 2026

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Colombia: Vargas, Munoz, Lucumi, Diaz, Rodriguez (c), Arias, Puerta, Lerma, Mojica, Sanchez, Suarez.

Uzbekistan: Yusupov (GK), Khusanov, Ashurmatov, Mozgovoy, Shukurov, Urunov, Nasrullaev, Shomurodov (c), Abdullaev, Fayzullaev, Karimov

We're underway in this Group K clash. Colombia, in their dark-blue strip, get the contest started against Uzbekistan, who are dressed in white.

A cautious start from both sides. Neither goalkeeper has been called into action yet, with chances at a premium. Colombia are still looking to get their creative attackers more involved, while Uzbekistan continue to stay compact and organized.

Luis Diaz cuts in dangerously from the right and looks to spark something for Colombia, but his pass towards the left flank is read well and cleared away. Colombia have enjoyed more of the ball and territory, yet they are still searching for that decisive moment in the final third. Uzbekistan remain compact and disciplined.

Colombia finally break the deadlock and it's a beauty! Luis Diaz picks up the ball and delivers a sublime lofted pass into the box, where Daniel Muñoz times his run to perfection before poking the ball past the onrushing goalkeeper. Uzbekistan had been sitting deep and absorbing pressure, but Colombia's quality shines through with a stunning move to take a deserved lead.

James Rodriguez tested the goalkeeper from distance but failed to generate enough power, while Luis Diaz nearly sparked a dangerous counter before being cynically brought down by Karimov. The referee kept his cards in his pocket, and moments later the whistle brought an end to the first half. Colombia head into the break with a deserved 1-0 lead, courtesy of Daniel Muñoz's brilliantly timed run and composed finish after a moment of magic from Diaz.

We're back underway with Colombia kicking off the second half. Uzbekistan have made a couple of changes at the break as Fabio Cannavaro looks to inject fresh energy and find a way back into the contest. Colombia lead 1-0 and will be keen to build on their advantage.

History for Uzbekistan!

Abbosbek Fayzullaev writes his name into World Cup folklore with Uzbekistan's first-ever goal at the tournament. Substitute Khamdamov keeps the move alive brilliantly before Shomurodov's volley crashes off the post and rolls across goal. Fayzullaev is quickest to react, nodding into the empty net from close range to level the scores and spark wild celebrations among the White Wolves.

Colombia hit back immediately. A swift turnover sends Los Cafeteros racing forward, and Luis Diaz takes full advantage. The winger powers into the box and unleashes a fierce strike that squirms through the goalkeeper's gloves and into the net. Not the cleanest finish, but Colombia won't care one bit as Diaz restores their lead with a huge goal.

Uzbekistan are pushing for a late equalizer and win a couple of promising set-piece opportunities. A long throw from Urozov and a deep free-kick put Colombia on alert, but Cannavaro's side fail to turn either delivery into a shot on goal. Colombia survive the pressure and remain in front heading into the closing minutes.

Colombia seal the victory late on. Juan Hernandez battles brilliantly to keep possession on the right before floating a pinpoint cross beyond the far post, where Campaz rises highest to head home and put the game beyond reach. Uzbekistan nearly had a final say when Karimov rattled the post, but it wasn't to be. An entertaining contest comes to an end, with Los Cafeteros securing a deserved 3-1 win in Group K.