Overview
- Colombia recorded a 1-0 victory at Estadio Akron on June 24, 2026, with Daniel Muñoz scoring the lone goal after a Juanfer Quintero action led to a deflection into the net.
- Colombia dominated the first half but were kept out by DR Congo goalkeeper Mpasi until the second-half breakthrough, and a David Muñoz goal was disallowed for offside earlier in the match.
- Colombia goalkeeper Camilo Vargas made a late save to deny Nathanael Mbuku and preserve the clean sheet that sealed qualification for the Round of 32.
- The win puts Colombia on six points and top of Group K, Portugal sits behind on four points, and DR Congo must beat Uzbekistan to reach four points and try to advance as one of the best third-placed teams.
- The match was officiated by Italian referee Maurizio Mariani and featured a strong Colombian fan presence in Guadalajara that filled the stadium with yellow shirts and flags.