Portugal
Portugal start Group K as the side many will expect to finish first, especially if they control possession and territory the way they can on their best days. The challenge is handling a group with several very different tactical tests.
As of April 3, 2026, Group K is confirmed with Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan, and DR Congo. It is one of the more intriguing groups to read because the four teams bring very different strengths into the same three-match sprint.
Portugal offer top-end control and depth, Colombia bring balance and confidence, Uzbekistan add organization and tactical discipline, and DR Congo provide pace, physicality, and upset potential.
Group K Schedule
View All Matches →Below is the full 2026 FIFA World Cup Group K fixture list, including match dates, kickoff times, opponents, and venues.
June 17 • 17:00 UTC
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Portugal0 - 0
DR Congo
June 18 • 02:00 UTC
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Uzbekistan0 - 0
Colombia
June 23 • 17:00 UTC
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Portugal0 - 0
Uzbekistan
June 24 • 02:00 UTC
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Colombia0 - 0
DR Congo
June 27 • 23:30 UTC
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Colombia0 - 0
Portugal
June 27 • 23:30 UTC
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DR Congo0 - 0
UzbekistanGroup K Standings
View All Standings →As of April 3, 2026, no Group K match has been played, so all four teams start level on zero points and zero goal difference. The table below will begin to separate once the section opens on June 17, 2026.
Group K
| Pos | Team | MP | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portugal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 | Colombia | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 | Uzbekistan | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 | DR Congo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Group K Teams
Back to All Groups →Colombia
Colombia look well equipped for a group-stage campaign built on balance rather than chaos. Their defensive structure and attacking quality make them a strong candidate to reach the Round of 32.
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan arrive with a disciplined and well-coached profile that can frustrate teams who expect easy control. In a short group stage, that level of organization can be extremely valuable.
DR Congo
DR Congo add power, direct running, and competitive edge to Group K. They may sit outside the main favorites, but they have enough raw threat to change the standings with one big result.
Frequently Asked Questions
As of April 3, 2026, Group K includes Portugal, Colombia, Uzbekistan, and DR Congo. The group was locked in after the FIFA World Cup 2026 final draw and the completion of the last qualification decisions.
The top two teams in Group K qualify directly for the Round of 32. The eight best third-placed teams across the 12 groups also advance in the expanded 48-team format.
As of April 3, 2026, the Group K standings are level because no match has been played yet. All four teams start on zero points, zero wins, and zero goal difference before the opening fixtures.
Group K opens on June 17, 2026 and the final round of group-stage fixtures is scheduled for June 27, 2026. Full kickoff times and venue links are listed in the schedule section above.