Portugal and Colombia meet in their final group stage game to decide who wins the group.
Portugal and Colombia are set for one of the standout fixtures of the 2026 FIFA World Cup group stage as the two unbeaten sides meet in a winner-takes-all clash for top spot in Group K.
With both nations already assured of a place in the Round of 32, this encounter is about momentum, confidence, and potentially securing a more favourable route through the knockout rounds.
Portugal bounced back emphatically from their opening draw against DR Congo with a dominant 5-0 victory over Uzbekistan, while Colombia have been one of the tournament’s most consistent teams, winning their opening two matches to book qualification early.
Preview
Portugal head into this contest full of confidence after producing one of the performances of the tournament against Uzbekistan.
Roberto Martinez’s side responded brilliantly to criticism following their frustrating draw with DR Congo, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice to become the first player in history to score in six different FIFA World Cup tournaments.
Alongside Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leao all impressed as Portugal rediscovered the attacking fluency many expected before the competition began.
Martinez will now be hoping his side can carry that momentum into what will be their toughest test of the tournament so far.
Portugal boast one of the deepest squads in the competition, combining experienced stars with emerging talents, and another victory would reinforce their status as genuine World Cup contenders heading into the knockout stages.
Colombia, meanwhile, have quietly gone about their business in impressive fashion. Victories over Uzbekistan and DR Congo ensured qualification with a game to spare, with the South Americans once again showing the organisation, technical quality and attacking threat that have made them one of the dark horses of the tournament.
The spotlight will inevitably fall on Cristiano Ronaldo after his record-breaking performance in the previous game, but Colombia possess enough quality throughout their squad to ensure Portugal cannot rely solely on individual brilliance.
A victory would secure first place in Group K and provide valuable momentum heading into the Round of 32, making this much more than a routine final group game.
Predicted XI
Portugal Predicted XI
Diogo Costa; João Cancelo, Rúben Dias, Gonçalo Inácio, Nuno Mendes; João Neves, Vitinha, Bruno Fernandes; Bernardo Silva, Cristiano Ronaldo, Rafael Leão.
Colombia Predicted XI
Vargas; Muñoz, Lucumí, Sánchez, Machado; Lerma, Castaño, James Rodríguez; Arias, Luis Díaz, Córdoba.
