Group K World Cup 2026: Final Standings, Results & Who Qualified
Group K World Cup 2026 is settled. Colombia won the group, Portugal took second, and DR Congo advanced as one of the best third-placed teams. Uzbekistan went out. The group ran June 17 to 27.
Here is the bottom line. Colombia drew 0-0 with Portugal to finish top on seven points. Portugal ended second on five. DR Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to take third on four and reach the round of 32, while Uzbekistan lost all three and finished bottom.
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 made up Group K. Portugal brought star power and depth. Colombia were the dark horses. Uzbekistan made their debut, and DR Congo returned after decades away. The FIFA rankings below show the final list before the tournament.
| 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) |
Tap any team name above for its full and final 26-man squad.
Group K World Cup 2026 Schedule
Group K played six matches over two weeks. Portugal faced DR Congo in the opener, and the final two matches kicked off together on June 27.
All times below are Eastern Time (ET).
| Date | Match | Kickoff (ET) | Venue |
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| Wed, June 17 | Portugal 1-1 DR Congo | 1:00 p.m. | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| Wed, June 17 | Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia | 10:00 p.m. | Estadio Azteca, Mexico City |
| Tue, June 23 | Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan | 1:00 p.m. | NRG Stadium, Houston |
| Tue, June 23 | Colombia 1-0 DR Congo | 10:00 p.m. | Estadio Akron, Guadalajara |
| Sat, June 27 | Colombia 0-0 Portugal | 7:30 p.m. | Hard Rock Stadium, Miami |
| Sat, June 27 | DR Congo 3-1 Uzbekistan | 7:30 p.m. | Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta |
Group K split between the US and Mexico. Portugal played their first two games in Houston. Miami and Atlanta hosted the final round, while Mexico City and Guadalajara staged the two matches in Mexico. The June 27 games kicked 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 advanced, and the best third-placed teams can also reach the round of 32. Final standings: Colombia won Group K on seven points. Portugal finished second on five with the best goal difference in the group. DR Congo came third on four and advanced among the best third-placed teams, while Uzbekistan ended bottom with no points.
FIFA changed the tiebreakers for 2026. If teams finish level on points, head-to-head results come first: 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
Portugal were held to a 1-1 draw by DR Congo in Houston. João Neves scored early, but Yoane Wissa levelled before half-time to earn DR Congo their first ever World Cup point, as Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest outfield player to start a World Cup match. In Mexico City, Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 through Daniel Muñoz, Luis Díaz, and Jáminton Campaz.
On June 23, Colombia and Portugal took control. Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 through a Daniel Muñoz goal to seal a knockout place and go top. Portugal thrashed Uzbekistan 5-0, with Cristiano Ronaldo scoring twice plus Nuno Mendes, Rafael Leão, and an own goal.
On June 27, Colombia and Portugal drew 0-0 in Miami, a result that gave Colombia first place and left Portugal second. DR Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in Atlanta to finish third on four points and advance as one of the best third-placed teams, while Uzbekistan went out.
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| 1 | Colombia | 0–0 | 1–0 | |||
| 2 | Portugal | 1–1 | 5–0 | |||
| 3 | Congo DR | 3–1 | ||||
| 4 | Uzbekistan | 1–3 |
How to Watch Group K World Cup 2026 in the US
You had clear options in both English and Spanish. In English, games aired on FOX and FS1, with select matches streaming free on the Tubi app. In Spanish, they aired on Telemundo and Universo, or streamed on Peacock.
The group stage is done. Colombia, Portugal, and DR Congo all reached the round of 32. Their knockout dates and opponents follow next.
Who Won Group K?
Colombia won Group K. Wins over Uzbekistan and DR Congo and a 0-0 draw with Portugal left them top on seven points, with James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz starring.
Portugal finished second on five points after their 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, with Cristiano Ronaldo back in form. DR Congo beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to advance as a best third-placed team, their first knockout appearance since playing as Zaire. Uzbekistan went out after losing all three.
FAQ About Group K World Cup 2026
Who won Group K at the 2026 World Cup?
Colombia won Group K with seven points, beating Uzbekistan and DR Congo and drawing 0-0 with Portugal. Portugal finished second on five points, and DR Congo came third on four but still advanced as one of the best third-placed teams. Uzbekistan lost all three and went out.
Is the 2026 World Cup Cristiano Ronaldo’s last?
Almost certainly. Cristiano Ronaldo, now 41, has said this will be his final World Cup. It is his sixth, a record he shares with Lionel Messi. He scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan as they reached the round of 32 in second place. Ronaldo has never won the tournament.
How long has it been since DR Congo played at a World Cup?
A very long time. DR Congo returned for the first time since 1974, a 52-year gap, when they played as Zaire. They drew with Portugal, lost to Colombia, then beat Uzbekistan 3-1 to finish third on four points and advance as a best third-placed team, their first knockout appearance ever.
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. Ranked 13th in the world, they won Group K in 2026 on seven points, beating Uzbekistan and DR Congo and drawing with Portugal.
Is this Uzbekistan’s first World Cup?
Yes. The 2026 World Cup was Uzbekistan’s first ever, a milestone for the Central Asian nation. They qualified through Asian qualifying and appointed Italian World Cup winner Fabio Cannavaro as head coach. They lost all three Group K games and finished bottom.
What channel is Group K on in the US?
In English, Group K matches air on FOX and FS1. Select games stream free on Tubi. In Spanish, watch on Telemundo and Universo, or stream the Spanish feed on Peacock.
Group K World Cup 2026 ended with Colombia top, Portugal second, and DR Congo through as a best third-placed team, while Uzbekistan went out. The group finished June 27 across the US and Mexico.
Bookmark this page for live standings and results, and follow the qualifiers in the knockouts on FOX, FS1, Telemundo, and Peacock.
