Bernardo Silva has been dropped from Portugal's starting lineup for the key World Cup group phase clash against Colombia.

With Portugal facing Colombia for the first place in Group K, Rafael Leao has been left once again on the substitution bench.

The confirmed lineups of the 2026 World Cup Group K match Colombia vs Portugal with Cristiano Ronaldo expected to play.

Portugal needed the victory to win the group, but Colombia held on to a 0-0 draw that makes Cristiano Ronaldo play against Croatia.

Riding the momentum of yet another milestone, Cristiano Ronaldo secured a unique honor right before Portugal's high-stakes Group K clash against Colombia.

With Portugal and Colombia fighting to secure first place and a guaranteed knockout spot, this showdown is already breaking 2026 World Cup records before a single ball has been kicked, ratcheting up the tension for an unforgettable match.

Colombia and Portugal will square off in Matchday 3 of the FIFA World Cup group stage. Here’s everything you need to know about watching this matchup live in the United States.

With the knockout path on the line, all eyes are locked on the math: exactly how a Portuguese win, draw, or loss will shuffle the final standings and lock in the group winner.

Review Colombia's official FIFA World Ranking and point total ahead of the 2026 World Cup Group K match against 5th-ranked Portugal.

The three possible scenarios for Group K of the 2026 World Cup after the match that has Colombia against DR Congo.

Colombia will be looking to get the ticket to the round of 32 of the 2026 World Cup against DR Congo, with James Rodriguez's presence being a key point to reach that goal.

Colombia have managed to surprise at the 2026 World Cup, securing a victory against Uzbekistan. Now, they face one of their toughest challenges, as they go up against DR Congo and their strong defense. However, they arrive in excellent form, even climbing positions in the FIFA Men’s World Ranking.

Colombia will face off against DR Congo in Matchday 2 of the FIFA World Cup group stage. Here’s everything you need to know to watch this exciting clash live in the United States.

Colombia marked their return to the World Cup stage with a hard-fought opening victory over a resilient Uzbekistan side in Group K, courtesy of goals from Daniel Muñoz, Luis Díaz and Jaminton Campaz.

James Rodríguez’s Colombia is set to launch its Group K campaign at the 2026 World Cup against trailblazers Uzbekistan at Mexico’s iconic Estadio Azteca.