FIFA World Cup: Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in Group K match in Mexico City

By  News On Air   Jun 18, 2026

In Football, Colombia began their FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a convincing 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in Group K at the Estadio Azteca in Mexico City this morning.

Earlier, in Group L, Ghana snatched a dramatic 1-0 victory over Panama. C. Yirenkyi scored deep into stoppage time to hand Ghana all three points in Toronto.

England made a winning start to their campaign with a 4-2 victory over Croatia in Arlington.

Tonight, in Group A, Czechia will look to bounce back from their 2-1 defeat to South Korea when they face South Africa.

South Africa will also be seeking their first points after losing 2-0 to the hosts, Mexico, in the tournament opener. Later, Mexico will take on South Korea in the other Group A encounter.