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Colombia 0-0 Portugal: The two teams share the points.

Thanh Vinh•June 28, 2026 08:20

The crucial match at Hard Rock Stadium between Colombia and Portugal will decide the top spot in their World Cup group, as both teams are currently on unbeaten runs.

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  • 0'The match has started.

    Colombia hosts Portugal.

  • 45'End of the first half

    The first half ended with a score of 0-0.

  • 46'The second half has begun.

    The second half has begun.

  • 46'Substitution

    46th minute (Portugal): R. Neves comes on to replace J. Neves.

  • 46'Substitution

    46th minute (Portugal): J. Cancelo comes on to replace D. Dalot.

  • 60'Substitution

    60th minute (Colombia): J. Lerma comes on to replace R. Rios.

  • 60'Substitution

    60th minute (Colombia): J. Cordoba comes on to replace L. Suarez.

  • 70'Substitution

    70th minute (Portugal): Joao Felix comes on as a substitute for R. Leao.

  • 70'Substitution

    70th minute (Portugal): Vitinha comes on to replace Samu Costa.

  • 76'Substitution

    76th minute (Colombia): J. Arias comes on to replace K. Castano.

  • 76'Substitution

    76th minute (Colombia): J. Rodriguez comes on to replace J. Quintero.

  • 86'Yellow card

    86th minute: G. Puerta (Colombia) receives a yellow card (Roughing).

  • 87'Substitution

    87th minute (Colombia): S. Arias comes on to replace D. Munoz.

  • 90+2'VAR

    Minute 90+2': Goal Disallowed - offside — D. Sanchez (Colombia).

  • 90+3'Substitution

    90+3rd minute (Portugal): N. Mendes comes on to replace M. Nunes.

  • KTFinal score: Colombia 0-0 Portugal

    The match ended with a 0-0 draw.

Updated at 08:30 on June 28, 2026

The match between Colombia and Portugal will take place at 6:30 AM on June 28, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium. This is the highlight match in the World Cup group stage, where the two leading teams in the group will directly face each other to determine their positions before entering the knockout round.

Colombia's position: Strength from stability

Colombia is displaying incredibly convincing form in this year's tournament. With a perfect 6 points after two matches, the South American representative is currently comfortably sitting in first place in the standings. The confidence of the Colombian coach and his team is further boosted by their recent streak of two consecutive wins.

Colombia's cohesive playing style and ability to capitalize on opportunities helped them gain an early advantage in the race for qualification. Entering their final group stage match, they hold their fate in their own hands to defend their top spot and secure a more favorable bracket in the next round.

Portugal and the goal of overthrowing the previous regime.

On the other side of the battlefield, Portugal is closely trailing in second place in the standings, with 4 points. The European team is also maintaining an unbeaten streak with one draw and one win in the last two matches. Although they are behind their rivals, the 2-point gap is not insurmountable.

To take the top spot from Colombia, Portugal must aim for a direct victory. With a squad of quality players and experience in major tournaments, the European representatives will undoubtedly put considerable pressure on their opponents' defense.

Analyzing the match situation

Based on the current situation, Colombia is in a more relaxed mood, needing only a draw to maintain their lead. Meanwhile, the pressure to win to take the top spot will weigh heavily on the Portuguese players. The difference in form — one side with a perfect winning record and the other undefeated — promises to create a closely contested and dramatic match at Hard Rock Stadium.

This isn't just a battle for points, but also a showdown between the two top contenders. Spectators can expect a highly professional match where tactical strategies will play a decisive role in the final outcome.

Colombia's recent form

  • June 24, 2026: Colombia 1-0 Democratic Republic of Congo (Winner)
  • June 18, 2026: Uzbekistan 1-3 Colombia (Winner)
  • 08/06/2026: Colombia 2-0 Jordan (Winner)
  • June 2, 2026: Colombia 3-1 Costa Rica (Winner)
  • March 30, 2026: Colombia 1-3 France (Loss)

Portugal's recent form

  • June 24, 2026: Portugal 5-0 Uzbekistan (Winner)
  • June 18, 2026: Portugal 1-1 Democratic Republic of Congo (Draw)
  • June 11, 2026: Portugal 2-1 Nigeria (Winner)
  • 07/06/2026: Portugal 2-1 Chile (Winner)
  • April 1, 2026: USA 0-2 Portugal (Winner)

Rankings

TeamLocationPointform
Colombia16WW
Portugal24WD

Team form and statistics

Colombia (Host)

Form in the last 5 matches:WW

Statistics for this season:

  • Matches played: 2
  • Wins: 2 (1 at home)
  • Draw: 0 (0 at home)
  • Losses: 0 (0 at home)

Goal:

  • Scored: 4 goals (Average: 2.0 goals/match)
  • Goals conceded: 1 goal (Average: 0.5 goals/match)

Portugal (Guest)

Form in the last 5 matches:DW

Statistics for this season:

  • Matches played: 2
  • Wins: 1 (0 away)
  • Draw: 1 (0 away)
  • Losses: 0 (0 away games)

Goal:

  • Scored: 6 goals (Average: 3.0 goals/match)
  • Goals conceded: 1 goal (Average: 0.5 goals/match)

Force situation

Colombia:No injury information available.

Portugal:No injury information available.

Predicted lineup

Predictions and odds

Predicted winner:Colombia

Win or draw

Predicted odds:

  • Home team wins: 35%
  • Draw: 35%
  • Guest wins: 30%

Predicted number of goals:

  • Home team: -2.5 goals
  • Guests: -3.5 tables

Advice:Double chance : Colombia or draw

Team lineup updated at 05:55 on 28/06/2026

Official lineup

Colombia

Diagram: 4-3-3

CoachNestor Lorenzo

Starting lineup:

  • 12. Camilo Vargas (G)
  • 4. Santiago Arias (D)
  • 23. Davinson Sánchez (D)
  • 3. Jhon Lucumí (D)
  • 22. Driver Machado (D)
  • 14. Gustavo Puerta (M)
  • 16. Jefferson Lerma (M)
  • 11. Jhon Arias (M)
  • 10. James Rodríguez (F)
  • 9. Jhon Córdoba (F)
  • 7. Luis Díaz (F)

Substitutes:

  • 1. David Ospina
  • 24. Álvaro Montero
  • 17. Johan Mojica
  • 18. Willer Ditta
  • 13. Yerry Mina
  • 26. Andrés Gómez
  • 2. Daniel Muñoz
  • 21. Jaminton Campaz
  • 8. Jorge Carrascal
  • 20. Juan Fernando Quintero
  • 15. Juan Portilla
  • 5. Kevin Castaño
  • 6. Richard Ríos
  • 19. Cucho Hernández
  • 25. Luis Javier Suárez

Portugal

Diagram: 4-2-3-1

CoachRoberto Martinez

Starting lineup:

  • 1. Diogo Costa (G)
  • 20. João Cancelo (D)
  • 3. Rúben Dias (D)
  • 13. Renato Veiga (D)
  • 25. Nuno Mendes (D)
  • 21. Rúben Neves (M)
  • 23. Vitinha (M)
  • 18. Pedro Neto (M)
  • 8. Bruno Fernandes (M)
  • 11. João Félix (M)
  • 7. Cristiano Ronaldo (F)

Substitutes:

  • 12. José Sá
  • 22. Rui Silva
  • 5. Diogo Dalot
  • 14. Gonçalo Inácio
  • 6. Matheus Nunes
  • 2. Nélson Semedo
  • 4. Tomás Araújo
  • 10. Bernardo Silva
  • 16. Francisco Trincão
  • 19. Gonçalo Guedes
  • 15. João Neves
  • 24. Samú Costa
  • 26. Francisco Conceição
  • 9. Gonçalo Ramos
  • 17. Rafael Leão

Thanh Vinh