Colombia down a spirited Uzbekistan 3-1 at the FIFA World Cup

Thursday, 18 June 2026

Luis Díaz had a goal and an assist in his debut on football's biggest stage, sparking Colombia to a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan in its World Cup opener.

Daniel Muñoz, also playing in his first World Cup, opened the scoring in the 40th minute after a pass from Díaz, who scored the tiebreaking goal in the 65th.

Fayzullaev Abbosbek scored in the 60th minute for Uzbekistan in its first World Cup appearance.

Jaminton Campaz added a goal in second-half stoppage time for the Colombians, who are ranked 13th in the world and were heavy favorites over 50th-ranked Uzbekistan.

Colombia moved atop Group K, ahead of Portugal and Congo, who played to a surprising 1-1 draw earlier in the day.