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Diaz shines as Colombia beat Uzbekistan 3-1 | The Straits Times Luis Diaz logs goal, assist in World Cup debut as Colombia beat Uzbekistan Sign up now: Get the biggest sports news in your inbox Colombia's Luis Diaz celebrates scoring their second goal. PHOTO: REUTERS Published Jun 18, 2026, 12:14 PM Updated Jun 18, 2026, 12:51 PM Listen MEXICO CITY - Luis Diaz shined in his World Cup debut, scoring the tiebreaker in the 65th minute and contributing an assist to lift Colombia to a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan in both teams’ World Cup opener on June 17 in Mexico City. The 29-year-old Bayern Munich star also assisted Daniel Munoz’s sensational 40th-minute volley as Los Cafeteros took the lead in Group K following Portugal’s draw with the Democratic Republic of the Congo earlier on June 17. Jaminton Campaz sweetened the victory with a third goal from Cucho Hernandez’s cross deep in second-half stoppage time before a fiercely pro-Colombian crowd. Abbosbek Fayzullaev leveled affairs in the 60th minute on a close-range rebound during Uzbekistan’s World Cup debut. However, Colombia thoroughly deserved the victory, outshooting their opponents 15-9 overall and 4-3 in efforts on target. Remar…

Lius Diaz dazzles as Colombia beat World Cup 2026 debutants Uzbekistan ... Winger Luis Diaz scored a goal and set up another, as Colombia made a winning return to the FIFA World Cup after missing the last edition. Published On 18 Jun 202618 Jun 2026 Colombia opened their World Cup Group K campaign with a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan at the Estadio Azteca on Wednesday, as Daniel Munoz, Luis Diaz and Jaminton Campaz ⁠struck to overcome a spirited second-half response from the tournament debutants. Uzbekistan were disciplined for long periods under their Italian coach Fabio Cannavaro, but Colombia’s greater quality stood out in front of a crowd of over 80,000 on a cool, rain-tinged evening in Mexico City. Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of list Colombia , the Copa ⁠America runners-up, had early sights of goal through Jhon Arias and James Rodriguez, but Uzbekistan sat deep, scrapped gamely and waited for mistakes. Bekhruz Karimov almost profited when he burst forward, only for Jhon Lucumi to intervene before he could shoot. Diaz had the clearest chance of the opening half when he struck the post, before Abdukodir Khusanov slid in after the winger ‌had knocked the ball past him, …

Diaz dazzles for Colombia in 3-1 win - Bangkok Post Sports Diaz dazzles for Colombia in 3-1 win Bayern winger making World Cup debut at 29 sets pace against Uzbekistan PUBLISHED : 18 Jun 2026 at 12:35 WRITER: Reuters Small Medium Large Luis Diaz of Colombia controls the ball in front of Uzbekistan’s Abbosbek Fayzullaev in their Group K match in Mexico City on Wednesday night. (Photo: Reuters) MEXICO CITY - ⁠It was ⁠12 years ago that ​Colombia forward James Rodriguez announced himself at the World Cup in Brazil — and though he ​led his side out for their 2026 ‌opener on Wednesday, it was teammate Luis Diaz who showed he could be the main man this year. Diaz was the architect of his side’s 3-1 Group K win over tournament debutants Uzbekistan at a raucous Azteca Stadium that was filled to the ​brim with loud and proud ⁠Colombia supporters. Although 29 years old, it is the first World Cup for Diaz as he made a late breakthrough in his career, at the Portuguese side Porto, and Colombia did not qualify ‌for the 2022 tournament in Qatar. He certainly showed he would make the most of his opportunity over the next few weeks as, not long after hitting the post, he sent a sumptuous ball over…

Luis Díaz sparks Colombia to 3-1 win World Cup win over Uzbekistan | AP ... Colombia’s Luis Diaz (7) celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the World Cup Group K soccer match between Uzbekistan and Colombia in Mexico City, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Eduardo Verdugo) Colombia’s Luis Diaz (7) controls the ball against Uzbekistan’s Abdukodir Khusanov (2) during the World Cup Group K soccer match between Uzbekistan and Colombia in Mexico City, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Fernando Llano) Colombia’s Luis Diaz (7), top, celebrates with his teammates after scoring his side’s second goal during the World Cup Group K soccer match between Uzbekistan and Colombia in Mexico City, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Silvia Izquierdo) Colombia’s Luis Diaz (7) celebrates after scoring their second goal during the World Cup Group K soccer match between Uzbekistan and Colombia in Mexico City, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashtin Barker) Colombia’s Luis Diaz (7) celebrates after scoring his team’s second goal during the World Cup Group K soccer match between Uzbekistan and Colombia in Mexico City, Wednesday, June 17, 2026. (AP Photo/Ashtin Barker) MEXICO C…

Luis Diaz stars on World Cup debut as Colombia slam Uzbekistan Luis Diaz delivered a standout World Cup debut, scoring the decisive goal in the 65th minute and adding an assist as Colombia opened Group K with a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan on Wedne...

How Luis Diaz inspired Colombia as they beat gallant Uzbekistan at the ... FIFA World Cup 2026 Advertisement live Updated2h ago The first round of group matches at the 2026 World Cup is complete, asColombiabeatUzbekistan3-1 in Mexico City. WithPortugalandDR Congosharing a surprise 1-1 draw earlier in the day, Colombia lead Group K with two games to play. It was the perfect World Cup return for Colombia, who failed to qualify forQatar2022. Goals fromDaniel Munoz,Luis DiazandJaminton Campazdelivered victory at a vociferous Estadio Azteca. Abbosbek Fayzullaevscored Uzbekistan’s first World Cup goal on the hour mark, to briefly draw level and make Colombia sweat — before Nestor Lorenzo’s side restored its lead for good. Join ourmatchday discussionand email:live@theathletic.com GO FURTHER Colombia beats Uzbekistan at World Cup, taking full advantage of Portugal slip-up We go round again! Starting with four games on Thursday and with the tables taking shape, the stakes climb. We open in Atlanta withCzech RepublicvsSouth Africa(noon ET) — and there’s a real edge to it given both lost their Group A openers. Lose again and the exit door swings into view. Next to Los Angeles f…

Colombia beats Uzbekistan at World Cup, taking full advantage of ... FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE 1m ago Luis Diaz celebrates his goal against UzbekistanAlfredo Estrella via Getty Images Colombia’s old guard led them to a 3-1 win against World Cup debutants Uzbekistan, ensuring they did not commit the same mistake as fellow Group K side Portugal in underestimating their opponents. Towards the end of a first half in which Uzbekistan held firm, the deadlock was broken by a moment of magic from Colombia, with Luis Diaz sending forward a sumptuous pass which Daniel Munoz finished brilliantly with his right boot in the 41st minute. Advertisement But the central Asian side did not give up and were rewarded with their first-ever tournament goal in the 60th minute after some bizarre decision-making from goalkeeper Camilo Vargas, whose attempted block of Eldor Shomurodov’s volley was headed home by Abbosbek Fayzullaev. Unfortunately for Uzbekistan, that moment was followed by a goalkeeping howler of their own at the other end, with Diaz’s shot trickling over the line five minutes later after a fumble from Utkir Yusupov. And substitute Jaminton Campaz put the gloss on the win for Colo…

Diaz shines as Colombia beat Uzbekistan - ARN News Centre Thursday, 18 June 2026 08:15 By Reuters Share on Facebook Share on Messenger Share on Messenger Share on X Share on Whatsapp AFP Colombia winger Luis Diaz has dazzled at a raucous Azteca Stadium as his side marked their return to the World Cup with a 3-1 Group K win over tournament debutants Uzbekistan on Wednesday. Colombia, who missed the 2022 tournament in Qatar, struggled in the early stages but broke through in the 41st minute when a brilliant ball lifted into the area by Diaz was hooked in on the turn by Daniel Munoz, who had ghosted in behind the defence. Uzbekistan equalised on the hour mark after a shot from striker Eldor Shomurodov was spilled by goalkeeper Camilo Vargas and Abbosbek Fayzullaev was on the line to head in. However, Diaz restored Colombia's lead five minutes later by slotting the ball in from the left of the area. Substitute Jaminton Campaz headed in a third in stoppage time and Colombia top Group K after Portugal and Democratic Republic of Congo drew 1-1. The South Americans face DR Congo on Tuesday in Guadalajara after Uzbekistan play Portugal in Houston.

Uzbekistan vs. Colombia—World Cup: Live Score and Match Stats Uzbekistan makes its World Cup debut on Wednesday night when it faces Colombia—the first time the pair have ever crossed paths. Ranked 14th in FIFA’s World Rankings, Colombia finished third in CONMEBOL qualifying, finishing level on points with Uruguay, Brazil, and Paraguay but edging ahead on goal difference. Inevitably, Colombia is favorite and arrives at the tournament in strong form, with recent friendly wins over Costa Rica and Jordan. Uzbekistan, ranked 50th, secured its place by finishing second behind Iran in its AFC qualifying group. Since then, it has produced mixed results in friendlies, suffering defeats to the Netherlands, Canada and Uruguay, but also picking up wins over Kuwait and Egypt to show it can compete at this level. That contrast suggests Uzbekistan will need a major performance to trouble one of South America’s strongest sides. Live Match Tracker Match Momentum Match Stats Lineups Match Summary READ THE LATEST WORLD CUP NEWS, ANALYSIS AND INSIGHT FROM SI FC Add us as a preferred source on Google Follow Published 3 hours ago | Modified 3 hours ago TOBY CUDWORTH Toby Cudworth is Lead Editor for SI …

Colombia defeats Uzbekistan in intense World Cup group stage clash Uzbekistan’s historic debut at the FIFA World Cup 2026 ended in a hard–fought 3–1 defeat against a clinical Colombia side at the Mexico City Stadium. Playing in their first–ever World Cup match in Group K, the White Wolves showed immense resilience against the South American heavyweights, but late goals and world–class quality ultimately made the difference.Colombia asserted their dominance early in the match, controlling 64% of the possession and threatening the Uzbek backline. The breakthrough arrived in the 40th minute when Bayern's Luis Díaz delivered a pinpoint through ball into the box, allowing Daniel Muñoz to fire home a sensational volley.Uzbekistan responded brilliantly after the halftime break. In the 60th minute, 22–year–old midfielder Abbosbek Fayzullaev sent the traveling Uzbek fans into raptures, scoring a historic equalizer with a close–range header to level the score at 1–1.However, Colombia’s response was swift. Just five minutes later, Luis Díaz turned from provider to goalscorer, capitalizing on an assist from Gustavo Puerta to slot the ball into the bottom right corner, restoring Colombia's ad…

Lius Diaz dazzles as Colombia beat World Cup 2026 debutants Uzbekistan 3-1 Winger Luis Diaz scored a goal and set up another, as Colombia made a winning return to the FIFA World Cup.