Uzbekistan: Uzbekistan's World Cup Debut

Uzbekistan qualified through AFC and are making their first World Cup appearance after finishing runners-up to Australia in the AFC playoff. Eldor Shomurodov leads the attack with Italian football experience from Roma.

Their 5-3-2 defensive block frustrates opponents by giving up possession and defending deep. Against Colombia's direct counter-attack style, they may be able to frustrate for 60 minutes.

Colombia: Colombia's Copa América Momentum

Colombia arrived at WC2026 with Copa América 2024 runner-up form fresh in the squad's memory. Luis Díaz from Liverpool and Jhon Durán from Aston Villa give Colombia the attacking depth to break any defensive block.

Óscar Córdoba's side plays direct 4-3-3 football with Díaz cutting inside from the left. Against Uzbekistan's narrow 5-3-2, the wide areas should be available.

Head-to-Head

No prior meetings. First competitive encounter.

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