2026 FIFA World Cup Group K: Final Standings, Results & Schedule
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K ended with three teams reaching the knockout stage. Colombia drew 0-0 with Portugal to win the group, Portugal finished second, and DR Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to go through as one of the best third-placed teams, reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history. Uzbekistan lost all three on debut and are out.
Colombia topped the group on seven points, with Portugal second on five and already assured of a place. DR Congo’s four points and a positive goal difference were enough to claim a best third-placed berth across the 12 groups, a landmark result for a side back at a World Cup after 52 years.
2026 FIFA World Cup Group K Teams
| Team | Confederation | FIFA Rank (June 2026) | WC Appearances | Pot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal | UEFA | #5 | 9th | 1 |
| Colombia | CONMEBOL | #13 | 7th | 2 |
| DR Congo | CAF | #46 | 2nd | 4 |
| Uzbekistan | AFC | #50 | 1st (debut) | 3 |
2026 FIFA World Cup Group K Results: All Three Matchdays
Portugal 1-1 DR Congo (June 17). Joao Neves headed Portugal in front inside six minutes, but Yoane Wissa levelled in first-half stoppage time with DR Congo’s first-ever World Cup goal. Ronaldo started but spurned two clear chances in Houston.
Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia (June 17). Daniel Munoz, Luis Diaz and a stoppage-time Jaminton Campaz header gave Colombia a winning start at the Estadio Azteca. Abbosbek Fayzullaev’s equaliser was Uzbekistan’s first-ever World Cup goal.
Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan (June 23). Ronaldo struck twice, with Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leao also scoring and an own goal completing the rout in Houston. Ronaldo’s opener made him the first player to score at six different World Cups.
Colombia 1-0 DR Congo (June 23). Daniel Munoz settled a tight game in Guadalajara with a 76th-minute goal, sealing Colombia’s qualification and a second straight win.
Colombia 0-0 Portugal (June 27). A cagey goalless draw in Miami was enough for Colombia to win the group, with Portugal settling for second and a knockout place already secured.
DR Congo 3-1 Uzbekistan (June 27). DR Congo won in Atlanta to finish third on four points and claim a best third-placed spot, reaching the knockout stage for the first time in their history.
Final 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K Standings
Final standings after Matchday 3 (June 27, 2026).
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Colombia | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 7 |
| 2 | Portugal | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 1 | +5 | 5 |
| 3 | DR Congo | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3 | +1 | 4 |
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 11 | -9 | 0 |
Colombia won the group on seven points, with Portugal second on five and the biggest goal difference at +5. DR Congo finished third on four points and went through as one of the eight best third-placed teams, while Uzbekistan lost all three games and are out. The tiebreaker order is goal difference, then goals scored, then head-to-head.
Group K Match Schedule and Scores
All times were Eastern Time (ET). FOX and FS1 carried the English broadcast, Telemundo and Universo covered Spanish, and every match streamed on Peacock.
Matchday 1 (June 17): Full Time
| Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal vs DR Congo | 1-1 | NRG Stadium, Houston, TX |
| Uzbekistan vs Colombia | 1-3 | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City |
Matchday 2 (June 23): Full Time
| Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Portugal vs Uzbekistan | 5-0 | NRG Stadium, Houston, TX |
| Colombia vs DR Congo | 1-0 | Estadio Akron, Guadalajara, Mexico |
Matchday 3 (June 27): Full Time
| Match | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Colombia vs Portugal | 0-0 | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL |
| DR Congo vs Uzbekistan | 3-1 | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta, GA |
Group K Venue Guide
| Match | Stadium | City | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portugal vs DR Congo | NRG Stadium | Houston, TX | 72,220 |
| Uzbekistan vs Colombia | Estadio Azteca | Mexico City | 87,523 |
| Portugal vs Uzbekistan | NRG Stadium | Houston, TX | 72,220 |
| Colombia vs DR Congo | Estadio Akron | Guadalajara, Mexico | 48,071 |
| Colombia vs Portugal | Hard Rock Stadium | Miami Gardens, FL | 65,000 |
| DR Congo vs Uzbekistan | Mercedes-Benz Stadium | Atlanta, GA | 75,000 |
Portugal played both their Houston group games at NRG Stadium, while the Miami decider was staged at Hard Rock Stadium. Colombia opened at the iconic, newly renovated Estadio Azteca in Mexico City.
How to Watch World Cup Group K and the Knockouts
| Country | TV Channel | Streaming |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FOX, FS1, Telemundo | Peacock, FOX Sports App |
| UK | ITV, BBC | ITVX, BBC iPlayer |
| Canada | CTV, TSN, RDS | TSN+, CTV GO |
| Portugal | RTP, SIC, Sport TV | RTP Play |
| Colombia | Caracol, RCN | Star+, ESPN |
Fans elsewhere can check the full global broadcaster list at 2026 FIFA World Cup TV channels and broadcasting rights.
Group K Team Analysis and Verdict
Colombia (Group Winners)
Manager: Nestor Lorenzo. Back at a World Cup after missing 2022, Colombia won the group with seven points, beating Uzbekistan and DR Congo before a controlled draw with Portugal sealed top spot.
Key players: captain James Rodriguez (Minnesota United), Luis Diaz (Bayern Munich), two-goal Daniel Munoz (Crystal Palace), Richard Rios (Benfica) and Jhon Arias (Wolverhampton). Best finish: quarter-finals (2014).
Portugal (Runners-up)
Manager: Roberto Martinez. The 2025 Nations League winners finished second after a 5-0 rout of Uzbekistan and draws with DR Congo and Colombia. They face Croatia in the Round of 32, in their first major tournament since the death of Diogo Jota in July 2025.
Key players: Cristiano Ronaldo (Al-Nassr), now a scorer at six World Cups; Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United); Vitinha (PSG); Nuno Mendes (PSG); and Rafael Leao (AC Milan). Best finish: third (1966).
DR Congo (Best Third Place)
Manager: Sebastien Desabre. Back at a World Cup after 52 years, DR Congo held Portugal, lost narrowly to Colombia and beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to claim a best third-placed spot, reaching the knockout stage for the first time in their history.
Key players: captain Chancel Mbemba (Lille), goalscorer Yoane Wissa (Newcastle), Aaron Wan-Bissaka (West Ham), Cedric Bakambu (Real Betis) and Axel Tuanzebe (Burnley). Record: previously appeared as Zaire in 1974.
Uzbekistan (Eliminated)
Manager: Fabio Cannavaro. The 2006 World Cup-winning captain led the first Central Asian nation to a World Cup, but three defeats ended their debut campaign. They scored a historic first World Cup goal through Abbosbek Fayzullaev.
Key players: Abdukodir Khusanov (Manchester City), Eldor Shomurodov (Cagliari) and goalscorer Abbosbek Fayzullaev. Notable: first-ever World Cup appearance as an independent nation.
Group K Storylines
- Three teams advanced from Group K: Colombia as winners, Portugal as runners-up and DR Congo as one of the best third-placed sides.
- DR Congo reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history, 52 years after their only previous appearance as Zaire in 1974.
- Ronaldo, at 41, leaves the group as the first player to score at six different World Cups after his double against Uzbekistan.
- Debutants Uzbekistan went out after three defeats but marked their first World Cup with a goal through Abbosbek Fayzullaev.
2026 FIFA World Cup Group K Verdict
Colombia came through the group as deserved winners, Portugal eased into second with Ronaldo writing more history, and DR Congo’s victory over Uzbekistan earned a landmark place in the Round of 32. Uzbekistan exit on their debut but with pride intact. With three Group K teams advancing, focus now turns to the knockout draw.
Group K Road to the Round of 32
| Team | Finish | Opponent |
|---|---|---|
| Colombia | Winner | Best 3rd place (Groups D, E, I, J or L) |
| Portugal | Runner-up | Croatia (Group L runner-up) |
| DR Congo | Best 3rd place | Group winner (to be confirmed) |
Group winners Colombia face one of the best third-placed teams. Runners-up Portugal meet Croatia, the Group L runner-up, while DR Congo, as a best third-placed side, face a group winner once the bracket is confirmed.
2026 FIFA World Cup Group K FAQs
Who won 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K?
Colombia won Group K with seven points after a 0-0 draw with Portugal on the final matchday. Portugal finished second and DR Congo third, with all three reaching the Round of 32.
What are the final Group K standings?
1. Colombia 7 points (+3), 2. Portugal 5 (+5), 3. DR Congo 4 (+1), 4. Uzbekistan 0 (-9). Colombia, Portugal and DR Congo advanced; Uzbekistan were eliminated.
Did DR Congo qualify from Group K?
Yes. DR Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to finish third on four points and went through as one of the eight best third-placed teams, reaching the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history.
Who do Colombia and Portugal play in the Round of 32?
Portugal face Croatia, the Group L runner-up. Colombia, as group winners, play one of the best third-placed teams, with the exact opponent confirmed once the bracket is finalised.
What were the Group K Matchday 3 results?
Colombia 0-0 Portugal and DR Congo 3-1 Uzbekistan on June 27, 2026. Colombia won the group, Portugal took second, and DR Congo advanced as a best third-placed team.
How many World Cups has Ronaldo scored in?
Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice against Uzbekistan to become the first player to score at six different World Cups (2006, 2010, 2014, 2018, 2022 and 2026). At 41 he is also the second-oldest scorer in men’s World Cup history.
Are Uzbekistan out of the 2026 World Cup?
Yes. On their World Cup debut, Uzbekistan lost all three group games and finished bottom of Group K, though they scored a historic first World Cup goal through Abbosbek Fayzullaev.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K delivered three qualifiers. Colombia won the group, Portugal advanced in second to set up a Round of 32 tie with Croatia, and DR Congo made history by reaching the knockout stage for the first time. Uzbekistan bow out on their debut, and attention now turns to a busy knockout schedule for the Group K trio.
