Uzbekistan national football team makes World Cup debut against Colombia on June 18, 2026. Colombia is ranked 13th and considered a strong contender in the group.

Preparation for the match

Uzbekistan team has achieved 12 wins and 5 draws in their last 21 matches.

Colombia's chances

Colombia team has won 8 out of their last 10 matches. They won their last matches against Jordan and Costa Rica.

Prediction for the match

Uzbekistan team has a chance to win against Colombia. Eldor Shomurodov and Abbos Fayzullayev are expected to perform well in the match.

Probable line-up for Uzbekistan

U. Yusupov; R. Ashurmatov, A. Abdullaev, A. Khushanov; S. Nasrullayev, O. Shukurov, A. Mozgovoy, F. Sayfiyev, O. Urunov, A. Fayzullaev; E. Shomurodov. Manager: Fabio Cannavaro