Uzbekistan vs Colombia LIVE: Players warming up for the 2026 World Cup game in Mexico City!

Uzbekistan and Colombia are the final two teams to make their highly anticipated debuts at the 2026 World Cup, with players warming up. Follow every explosive highlight, critical play, and goal with our comprehensive live-blog coverage.

By Santiago Tovar

Updated on June 17, 2026 09:30PM EDT

**© Jeff Vinnick and Julio Aguilar/Getty Images**Aziz Amonov of Uzbekistan and Luis Diaz of Colombia.

Uzbekistan and Colombia are set to make their highly anticipated 2026 World Cup debuts today, putting a bow on the opening round of the group stage, with players warming up. Both squads take the pitch already fully aware of the stakes following the result between Portugal and DR Congo, who clashed earlier in the day.

[Watch Uzbekistan vs. Colombia live in the USA on Fubo]

This matchup presents a golden opportunity for either side to seize early control of Group K, making a victory in this opener absolutely critical for Uzbekistan and Colombia’s chances of advancing to the knockout rounds.

Follow every minute of the action, critical plays, and key highlights with our comprehensive live-blog coverage right here at Bolavip US.

09:30PM

First time facing each other

Colombia and Uzbekistan are set to make history, locking horns on the pitch for the very first time. While this marks an unfamiliar opponent, the South American powerhouse is no stranger to AFC competition, having posted a commanding 15-5-6 (W-L-D) historical record across 26 previous meetings against Asian nations. That dominance has largely carried over to the world stage, where the Colombian side hold a 2-1 record against Asian federation opponents in World Cup play.

09:20PM

Players warming up

Both teams are on the field warming up, and the crowd went wild.

09:10PM

Does Uzbekistan have players born overseas?

While Colombia don't have players born overseas, Uzbekistan have one.

09:00PM

Uniforms and referees confirmed

Alongside lineups, uniforms and referees are confirmed for Uzbekistan and Colombia today.

08:50PM

Uzbekistan lineup

Uzbekistan's starting XI: Utkir Yusupov; Abdukodir Khusanov, Rustam Ashurmatov, Sherzod Nasrullaev, Abdulla Abdullaev; Behruzjon Karimov, Akmal Mozgovoy, Otabek Shukurov, Oston Urunov, Abbosbek Fayzullaev, Eldor Shomurodov.

08:40PM

Colombia lineup

Colombia's starting XI: Camilo Vargas; Daniel Munoz, Jhon Lucumi, Davinson Sanchez, Johan Mojica; Gustavo Puerta, James Rodriguez, Jhon Arias, Jefferson LERMA; Luis Diaz, Luis Suarez.

08:30PM

Potential scenarios for Colombia

As Uzbekistan and Colombia prepare to lock horns in this high-stakes matchup, both squads are acutely aware of the shifting group dynamics and exactly what is on the line depending on how ninety minutes unfold.

08:20PM

Weather and attendance for Uzbekistan vs Colombia

As the iconic Estadio Azteca—officially designated as Mexico City Stadium for the tournament—prepares to host a highly anticipated Group K clash between Uzbekistan and Colombia, all eyes are on the latest weather forecasts and projected packed-house attendance figures ahead of kickoff.

08:10PM

Start time and how to watch

This matchup is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM ET (7:00 PM PT).

In the United States, the match can be watched on FS1 and Telemundo. It is also available via streaming platforms such as Fubo, DirecTV Stream, Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, Peacock Premium.

08:00PM

Uzbekistan and Colombia make their World Cup debut

Welcome to a new live blog here at Bolavip. In this edition, we will be providing live, minute-by-minute coverage of this intriguing match between Uzbekistan and Colombia in Group K of the 2026 World Cup.

Stay tuned for every key moment in this coverage!

Santiago Tovar

Santiago Tovar is a bilingual sports journalist who joined Bolavip US in 2024. With over seven years of experience, he has covered a diverse range of sports, including soccer, NFL, NBA, tennis, and Formula 1. Santiago has provided real-time coverage of major events such as the 2021 Women's Copa America, Copa Libertadores, Copa Sudamericana, and the Davis Cup qualifiers. Before joining Bolavip US, he worked at Kienyke.com and Redmas.com.co, where he developed strategies to highlight key sports moments across websites and social media platforms.