Colombia face DR Congo in World Cup Group K clash

Colombia and DR Congo are set to face off in a crucial Group K match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Colombia currently top the group after a 3-1 win over Uzbekistan, while DR Congo earned a historic 1-1 draw against Portugal in their opening game.

The match takes place at Estadio Akron in Guadalajara, Mexico, with kick-off scheduled for the early hours of Wednesday 24 June UK time. Italian referee Maurizio Mariani will officiate the first ever meeting between the two nations.

Match context

• Colombia sit top of Group K with three points, while DR Congo have one point.
• Colombia's goals against Uzbekistan came from Daniel Munoz, Luis Diaz, and Jaminton Campaz.
• DR Congo's Yoane Wissa scored a first-half stoppage-time equaliser to secure the draw with Portugal.
• Both teams have no injury or suspension concerns ahead of the fixture.

Colombia boss Nestor Lorenzo may switch to a 4-2-3-1 formation, with captain James Rodriguez expected to start behind striker Luis Suarez. Luis Diaz provides width on the left. DR Congo head coach Sebastien Desabre must decide whether to keep the back five that frustrated Portugal or revert to a back four.

A win for Colombia would all but secure qualification to the knockout stage, while DR Congo will look to build on their encouraging start and keep their hopes alive.