CONMEBOL · Group K
Colombia at FIFA World Cup 2026
Colombia qualified for the FIFA World Cup 2026, the first 48-team edition, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
Group K opponents
Colombia plays the following three teams in the group stage. Top 2 advance to the Round of 32; the 3rd-placed team can still advance via the best-3rd-placed playoff route (8 of 12 third-placed teams qualify).
Colombia fixtures
Colombia in the tournament
Colombia arrives at the 2026 World Cup ranked #11 in the FIFA World Ranking with a tournament strength rating of 81/100. CONMEBOL (South America) sends 6 teams. Brazil and Argentina are the historical heavyweights, having won 7 of the 22 World Cups between them.
The 48-team format puts Colombia in Group K with Portugal, Uzbekistan, DR Congo. On FIFA ranking alone, the group averages #34, with Colombia in the middle of the pack. Top 2 advance automatically; the best 3rd-placed teams (8 of 12) also qualify for the Round of 32.
Colombia squad for World Cup 2026
Announced May 29, 2026 · 25 players · Head coach: Nestor Lorenzo
Colombia return after missing 2022. Captain James Rodriguez (now at Minnesota United, MLS) at probably his final World Cup; Luis Diaz at Bayern Munich after his summer 2025 move from Liverpool. Argentine coach Nestor Lorenzo, in charge since 2022, oversees a side that beat Argentina to the 2024 Copa America semifinal.
Goalkeepers3
- Camilo Vargas(Atlas)
- Alvaro Montero(Velez Sarsfield)
- David Ospina(Atletico Nacional)
Defenders8
- Davinson Sanchez(Galatasaray)
- Jhon Lucumi(Bologna)
- Yerry Mina(Cagliari)
- Willer Ditta(Cruz Azul)
- Daniel Munoz(Crystal Palace)
- Santiago Arias(Independiente)
- Johan Mojica(Mallorca)
- Deiver Machado(Nantes)
Midfielders10
- Richard Rios(Benfica)
- Jefferson Lerma(Crystal Palace)
- Kevin Castano(River Plate)
- Juan Camilo Portilla(Athletico Paranaense)
- Gustavo Puerta(Racing de Santander)
- Jhon Arias(Palmeiras)
- Jorge Carrascal(Flamengo)
- Juan Fernando Quintero(River Plate)
- James RodriguezCaptain(Minnesota United)2014 Golden Boot winner; likely final World Cup
- Jaminton Campaz(Rosario Central)
Forwards5
- Juan Camilo Hernandez(Real Betis)
- Luis Diaz(Bayern Munich)
- Luis Suarez(Sporting CP)Not the Uruguay legend -- Colombian forward
- Carlos Andres Gomez(Vasco da Gama)
- Jhon Cordoba(FC Krasnodar)
Sources: Sky Sports. Squads may change due to injury or disciplinary action before the tournament.
Frequently asked questions about Colombia
When does Colombia play at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Colombia plays 3 scheduled group-stage matches starting June 18, 2026. The opener is against UZB. See the full fixtures list below for every kickoff time and venue.
What group is Colombia in at the World Cup 2026?
Colombia is in Group K alongside Portugal, Uzbekistan, DR Congo. The top two from each group advance to the Round of 32, plus the 8 best 3rd-placed teams across all 12 groups.
What is Colombia's FIFA ranking?
Colombia entered the FIFA World Cup 2026 ranked #11 in the FIFA World Ranking. This places them in the top 25 globally. Rankings update through the qualification cycle.
Can Colombia win the World Cup 2026?
Colombia's pre-tournament strength rating is 81/100, derived from FIFA ranking, recent form, and squad depth. They are realistic dark horses capable of reaching the latter rounds. Try them in the bracket predictor to test your scenario.