In an intense Group K encounter at the Azteca Stadium in Mexico City on الأربعاء, June 17, Colombia secured a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in Match 24 of the 2026 World Cup.
The match concluded with Colombia holding a convincing lead, capitalized by a late header from Jaminton Campaz. In the 98th minute, Campaz found the bottom left corner from close range, assisted by a precise cross from Cucho Hernández, extending Colombia’s advantage to 3-1.
Late Drama in Mexico City
Uzbekistan pushed hard in the closing stages, with Bekhruz Karimov coming close to scoring after striking the crossbar with a right-footed shot from outside the box in the 100th minute. Moments earlier, Azizbek Amonov had his attempt blocked, following a setup from Otabek Shukurov. Despite multiple efforts, Uzbekistan was unable to reduce the deficit further.
Substitutions also played a role in the final moments: Uzbekistan’s Igor Sergeev replaced Eldor Shomurodov, while Colombia brought on Kevin Castaño and Andrés Gómez for Jhon Arias and Luis Díaz respectively at the 92nd minute mark.
Throughout the second half, Uzbekistan maintained pressure, earning a free kick in the attacking half through Akmal Mozgovoy and generating several attempts on goal. However, Colombia’s defense, including a key block against a Dostonbek Khamdamov shot assisted by Bekhruz Karimov, kept the visitors ahead.
Colombia’s third goal came after a foul by Daniel Muñoz of Colombia, but the visitors quickly regained control. The referee added eight minutes of stoppage time, signaling a tense finish, but Colombia managed to hold on to their lead until the final whistle.