World Cup 2026: Uzbekistan Drawn Against Ronaldo’s Portugal

World Cup 2026: Uzbekistan Drawn Against Ronaldo’s Portugal

The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw has been held at the “Kennedy Center” in Washington, unveiling the group stage opponents for all 48 participating teams. According to the draw, Uzbekistan has been placed in Group K, where they will face Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal, Colombia, and the winner of New Caledonia/Jamaica/Congo.

Uzbekistan will kick off its historic World Cup journey on June 17, in a challenging match against Colombia — an important opening fixture in the battle for a place in the knockout stage.

Tournament Format

The 2026 World Cup introduces a new structure:

• 48 national teams are divided into 12 groups.

• The top two teams from each group qualify directly for the knockout rounds.

• Additionally, the eight best third-placed teams will also advance to the Round of 32.

The 2026 World Cup presents a landmark opportunity for Uzbekistan, providing a global stage to showcase the nation’s footballing strength against world-class opponents.