Uzbekistan and Colombia kicked off Group K play in the 2026 World Cup at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca. This match marks a historic occasion as Uzbekistan’s first-ever appearance in a World Cup tournament. The game represents the opening match of Group K competition. The Estadio Azteca, an iconic stadium, hosted the contest. Colombia enters the match as a familiar competitor in World Cup qualifying, while Uzbekistan aims to make a strong first impression on the world stage. The match is being closely followed as it sets the tone for both teams’ campaigns in the tournament.