Colombia meet Uzbekistan in a Group K fixture at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, played at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. The match pits a CONMEBOL heavyweight against one of the tournament’s debutants from Asia.
What is the FIFA World Cup 2026?
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is the 23rd edition of the men’s world championship and the first to feature 48 teams. Twelve groups of four will contest the first round, with the top two and the eight best third-placed sides progressing to a round of 32. The tournament runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026 across 16 venues in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
When is Colombia vs Uzbekistan?
The match is part of the Group K schedule in mid-June 2026. The fixture falls within the opening round of group games, with kick-off set for an evening slot local time in Mexico City. UK viewers can expect a late-evening start.
Where is Colombia vs Uzbekistan?
The game is held at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. One of the most historic stadiums in world football, it is the only venue to have hosted two World Cup finals, in 1970 and 1986. Sitting at an altitude of over 2,200 metres, it will become the first stadium to host World Cup matches in three separate tournaments.
Key Contenders
Colombia arrive as one of the stronger South American contenders, having impressed at the 2024 Copa America where they reached the final. Under Nestor Lorenzo, Los Cafeteros rely on the creativity of James Rodriguez, the experience of Davinson Sanchez and the goal threat of Luis Diaz and Jhon Duran.
Uzbekistan are making their first ever appearance at a FIFA World Cup after topping their Asian qualification group. Coach Timur Kapadze has built a disciplined, counter-attacking side featuring talents such as Abbosbek Fayzullaev and Eldor Shomurodov.
How to Watch
UK coverage of every 2026 World Cup match is shared between the BBC and ITV, with live streams on BBC iPlayer and ITVX. In the United States, Fox Sports (Fox, FS1) carries English-language broadcasts and Telemundo and Peacock provide Spanish-language coverage. Canadian viewers can watch via CTV, TSN and RDS. FIFA+ offers selected streams and highlights globally.
History and Records
This is the first ever competitive senior meeting between Colombia and Uzbekistan. Colombia’s best World Cup finish remains the quarter-final in 2014, when Radamel Falcao’s absence did not stop James Rodriguez winning the Golden Boot. Uzbekistan’s World Cup debut marks a historic milestone for football in Central Asia.
Tickets and Attendance
Tickets for all 2026 FIFA World Cup matches are distributed exclusively via FIFA.com and the official FIFA Ticketing platform. Sales run in phased windows including individual match, venue series and team series tickets. Estadio Azteca is expected to sell out given its historic role and capacity of close to 87,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Colombia vs Uzbekistan kick off?
The match is scheduled for mid-June 2026 during the Group K opening round.
Where is the match being held?
Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, Mexico.
How can I watch Colombia vs Uzbekistan?
BBC or ITV in the UK, Fox or Telemundo in the US, CTV/TSN in Canada, and FIFA+ internationally.
Is this the first time Uzbekistan have played at a World Cup?
Yes, this is Uzbekistan’s first appearance at the FIFA World Cup finals.