The story
The Colombia national football team, affectionately known to their passionate supporters as the Los Cafeteros, enter the FIFA World Cup 2026 with high expectations. Currently ranked number 13 in the world, they bring a unique tactical identity and style from CONMEBOL to this expanded 48-team tournament.
Carnival football with a maestro orchestrating one last great campaign.
With the tournament co-hosted across the United States, Mexico, and Canada, Colombia will count on their travelling support to create a vibrant atmosphere. Their primary objective will be to make a statement in Group K and navigate their way to the high-stakes knockout rounds.
What to watch
Keep a close eye on their transition play in Group K. The connection between James Rodríguez and Luis Díaz is crucial to their attacking spark.
X-factor
James Rodríguez - the clinical playmaker who holds the ability to turn a match on its head with a single moment of magic.
Colombia are poised to be one of the most intriguing stories of the group stage, bringing great energy to the tournament.
Their fixtures
Colombia 
RD del Congo Colombia 1-0 RD del Congo
Colombia 1-0 RD del Congo. Girone K. Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. mer 17 giu.
Portogallo Colombia Portogallo 0-0 Colombia
Portogallo 0-0 Colombia. Girone K. Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta. dom 21 giu.
Uzbekistan Colombia Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia
Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia. Girone K. Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. lun 22 giu.
Colombia 
Ghana Colombia 1-0 Ghana
Colombia 1-0 Ghana. Trentaduesimi. Arrowhead Stadium, Kansas City. ven 3 lug.
Svizzera Colombia Svizzera 0-0 dcr Colombia ai calci di rigore
Svizzera 0-0 dcr Colombia ai calci di rigore. Ottavi di finale. BC Place, Vancouver. mar 7 lug.