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
CONMEBOL (South America) sends 6 teams. Brazil and Argentina are the historical heavyweights, having won 7 of the 22 World Cups between them.
The 2026 World Cup is the largest in tournament history, with 48 teams divided into 12 groups of 4. The top 2 from each group advance automatically, along with the 8 best 3rd-placed teams from across all groups. That puts Colombia in Group K with Portugal, Uzbekistan, DR Congo, competing for one of the 32 knockout slots.
Frequently asked questions about Colombia
When does Colombia play at the FIFA World Cup 2026?
Colombia plays 3 scheduled group-stage matches starting June 15, 2026. The opener is against COD. 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.