In a decisive Group K fixture at the FIFA World Cup 2026, Colombia secured a crucial 3-1 win over Uzbekistan. A 22nd-minute goal from Colombian midfielder, Yimmi Chará, was compounded by Uzbekistan's own defensive lapse, allowing Luis Muriel to double his side's lead before the break. Uzbekistan's late reply from Khusrav Toiriev couldn't avert a defeat that leaves their qualification chances on a knife's edge.