Group K World Cup 2026 features Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, Colombia, debutants Uzbekistan, and a returning DR Congo. The group runs June 17 to 27. Portugal open against DR Congo in Houston.
Here is the bottom line. Portugal are the favorite. Colombia are the strongest challenger. Uzbekistan and DR Congo will fight for a surprise.
Below you get the full schedule with ET kickoff times, live standings, and results. You also see how to watch every Group K game in the US.
Group K World Cup 2026 Teams
Four teams make up Group K. Portugal bring star power and depth. Colombia are dark horses. Uzbekistan make their debut, and DR Congo return after decades away.
| Team | Confederation | FIFA Ranking | How They Qualified | Best World Cup Finish |
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| Portugal | UEFA | 5 | European qualifying | Third place (1966) |
| Colombia | CONMEBOL | 13 | South American qualifying | Quarter-finals (2014) |
| DR Congo | CAF | 46 | Inter-confederation play-off | Group stage (1974) |
| Uzbekistan | AFC | 50 | Asian qualifying | Debut (first appearance) |
FIFA rankings reflect the April 2026 list. The next update lands June 9.
You can see the full roster for each nation here:
- Portugal World Cup squad 2026
- Colombia World Cup squad 2026
- DR Congo World Cup squad 2026
- Uzbekistan World Cup squad 2026
Group K World Cup 2026 Schedule
Group K plays six matches over two weeks. Portugal face DR Congo in the opener. The final two matches kick off at the same time on June 27.
All times below are Eastern Time (ET).
| Date | Match | Kickoff (ET) | Venue |
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| Wed, June 17 | Portugal vs DR Congo | 1:00 p.m. | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| Wed, June 17 | Uzbekistan vs Colombia | 10:00 p.m. | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City |
| Tue, June 23 | Portugal vs Uzbekistan | 1:00 p.m. | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| Tue, June 23 | Colombia vs DR Congo | 10:00 p.m. | Estadio Akron, Guadalajara |
| Sat, June 27 | Colombia vs Portugal | 7:30 p.m. | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
| Sat, June 27 | DR Congo vs Uzbekistan | 7:30 p.m. | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
Group K is split between the US and Mexico. Portugal play their first two games in Houston. Miami and Atlanta host the final round, while Mexico City and Guadalajara stage the two matches in Mexico. The June 27 games kick off together.
Want the full picture? See the complete World Cup 2026 schedule for all 104 matches.
World Cup 2026 Group K Standings
The standings below update live as results come in. The top two teams advance, plus the best third-placed team can reach the round of 32.
- Possible qualification (best 8 third-placed teams advance)
- Eliminated from tournament
FIFA changed the tiebreakers for 2026. If teams finish level on points, head-to-head results now come first. The order is head-to-head points, then head-to-head goal difference, then head-to-head goals scored. If teams are still level, FIFA uses overall goal difference, then overall goals scored, then the fair play record, and finally the FIFA ranking.
Group K Results
Group K results post here after each match.
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| 4 | Uzbekistan |
How to Watch Group K World Cup 2026 in the US
You have clear options in both English and Spanish. In English, watch on FOX and FS1. Select matches also stream free on the Tubi app.
In Spanish, watch on Telemundo and Universo. You can stream the Spanish feed on Peacock.
Ready to watch? See our full World Cup 2026 streaming guide.
Who Will Win Group K?
Portugal are the favorite. They rank 5th, won the 2025 Nations League, and lean on Cristiano Ronaldo and a deep squad under coach Roberto Martínez. Topping the group looks likely.
Colombia are the main challenger. Ranked 13th, they carry flair through James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz.
Uzbekistan and DR Congo are the outsiders. Both will target the meeting between them on June 27 as their best chance at points.
FAQ About Group K World Cup 2026
Is this Uzbekistan’s first World Cup?
Yes. The 2026 World Cup is Uzbekistan’s first ever, a milestone for the Central Asian nation. They finished second in their Asian qualifying group, sealing the spot in June 2025. After qualifying, Uzbekistan appointed Italian World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro as head coach. Eldor Shomurodov captains the side.
How long has it been since DR Congo played at a World Cup?
A very long time. DR Congo return for the first time since 1974, a 52-year gap, when they played as Zaire. They sealed the final place in the 48-team field through the inter-confederation play-off, beating Jamaica 1-0 in March 2026. It is only their second World Cup appearance.
Is the 2026 World Cup Cristiano Ronaldo’s last?
Almost certainly. Cristiano Ronaldo, now 41, has said this will definitely be his final World Cup. It is set to be his sixth, a record he would share with Lionel Messi. Ronaldo has never won the World Cup, and Portugal’s best finish remains third place, back in 1966.
What is Colombia’s best World Cup finish?
Colombia’s best run came in 2014, when they reached the quarter-finals and James Rodríguez won the Golden Boot as the tournament’s top scorer. They last appeared in 2018. Ranked 13th in the world, Colombia arrive as Portugal’s main challenger for top spot in Group K.
Have any Group K teams met at a World Cup before?
No. None of the four teams have ever faced each other, so every Group K match is a first-ever meeting. That is rare at a World Cup and adds intrigue, since none of these sides has any shared history to draw on against their group rivals.
Where are Group K matches played?
Group K is split between the US and Mexico. Portugal play their first two games at NRG Stadium in Houston. Miami and Atlanta host the final round, while Mexico stages two games: Uzbekistan vs Colombia at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City, and Colombia vs DR Congo in Guadalajara.
Group K World Cup 2026 mixes Ronaldo’s last dance, a dangerous Colombia, a historic Uzbekistan debut, and DR Congo’s return after 52 years. The group opens June 17 in Houston. Bookmark this page for live standings and results, and catch every match on FOX and FS1
