Colombia’s first World Cup campaign since 2018 kicks off against tournament debutants Uzbekistan in Mexico City.
Nestor Lorenzo’s side was one of four teams to finish CONMEBOL’s arduous qualifying process with 28 points, but a sizable goal difference meant it sat third in the table. After losing to England, of all teams, on penalties in 2018 and failing to qualify in 2022, Colombia is aiming to rekindle the spirit of Brazil 2014 in North America this summer.