World Cup Gameweek 1
Uzbekistan 1 - 3 FT Colombia
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
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Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
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Match Events
J. Mojica 7'
34' A. Khusanov
D. Munoz (L. Diaz) 40'
HT
46' ↓ O. Urunov ↑D. Khamdamov
46' ↓ S. Nasrullaev ↑F. Sayfiev
60' A. Fayzullaev
L. Diaz (G. Puerta) 65'
↓ J. Rodriguez ↑J. Campaz 72'
77' ↓ A. Fayzullaev ↑A. Amonov
77' ↓ R. Ashurmatov ↑J. Urozov
↓ L. Suarez ↑C. Hernandez 80'
↓ G. Puerta ↑R. Rios 80'
90'+3 ↓ E. Shomurodov ↑I. Sergeev
↓ J. Arias ↑K. Castano 90'+3
↓ L. Diaz ↑A. Gomez 90'+3
J. Campaz (C. Hernandez) 90'+9
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Uzbekistan
Goalkeepers
Utkir Yusupov 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Abduqodir Khusanov 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
101
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abdulla Abdullayev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
101
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rustamjon Ashurmatov
LATE SHIFT
13
Late Mins
13
Late Mins
77
Total Mins
77
Entry
Midfielders
Behruzjon Karimov 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Akmal Mozgovoy
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
101
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Otabek Shukurov
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Sherzod Nasrullayev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Forwards
Abbosbek Fayzullaev 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Oston Urunov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Eldor Shomurodov 
NPC
93
Minutes
93
Minutes
13%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
BENCH
Abduvohid Ne'matov 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Botirali Ergashev
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Farrukh Sayfiyev
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Jakhongir Urozov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Khojiakbar Alijonov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Umar Eshmurodov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Avazbek Ulmasaliev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dostonbek Khamdamov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
56
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jamshid Iskanderov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Odiljon Hamrobekov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ruslanbek Jiyanov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Azizjon Ganiyev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sherzod Esanov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Azizbek Amonov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
24
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Igor Sergeev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Colombia
Goalkeepers
Camilo Vargas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
101
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Daniel Muñoz
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Davinson Sánchez 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
67%
Pass Acc
Jhon Lucumí
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
101
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johan Mojica
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Gustavo Puerta 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
6.3
Rating
Jefferson Lerma 
MAGNET
69
Activity
69
Activity
61
Passes
8
Duels
Jhon Arias
NPC
93
Minutes
93
Minutes
42%
Pass Acc
6.6
Rating
Forwards
James Rodríguez
MAGNET
57
Activity
57
Activity
55
Passes
2
Duels
Luis Suárez
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Luis Díaz
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
BENCH
Álvaro Montero
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
David Ospina
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Deiver Machado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Santiago Arias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Willer Ditta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yerry Mina
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jaminton Campaz 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7.6
Rating
Richard Ríos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin Castaño
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jorge Carrascal
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Camilo Portilla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Juan Fernando Quintero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Cucho Hernández 
SUPER SUB
1
Assist
1
Assist
21
Minutes
6.6
Rating
Andrés Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jhon Córdoba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Uzbekistan
Colombia
Uzbekistan
Colombia
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
A Second-Half Surge at the Azteca
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 67/100. Our verdict: Colombia's clinical late adjustments dismantled a resilient Uzbekistan to seize crucial opening points in this World Cup clash.
Dominating the Early Exchanges
The early phases at Estadio Azteca saw Colombia establish a firm grip on proceedings. They dominated possession, keeping the ball moving with crisp, incisive passing. Uzbekistan opted for a rigid defensive shape, absorbing the pressure and looking to spring forward on the counter. The orchestrator for the South Americans was undoubtedly Luis Díaz, whose pace and trickery repeatedly troubled the right flank. The relentless probing finally paid off just before the interval. In the 40th minute, D. Munoz made a penetrating run and was expertly found by Díaz, slotting home to break the deadlock. The Balance of the opening forty-five minutes was heavily skewed towards the group leaders. Yet, despite the barrage of attacks, the narrow 1-0 advantage meant this contest was far from decided as the teams headed down the tunnel.
The Shock and Immediate Pivot
The narrative took a dramatic twist shortly after the restart. Against the run of play, Uzbekistan found a shock equaliser on the hour mark. A rare lapse in concentration allowed A. Fayzullaev to find space and finish past the keeper, levelling the score at 1-1. Suddenly, the Intensity of the match skyrocketed. The underdogs grew in confidence, but the joy was incredibly short-lived. Colombia refused to panic, responding with ruthless efficiency. Merely five minutes after conceding, Díaz stepped up to take the match by the scruff of the neck. Latching onto a well-weighted delivery from G. Puerta, the talismanic winger restored the advantage with a clinical strike. It was a masterclass in swift retaliation, instantly deflating the brief momentum shift and reasserting control on the pitch.
Closing the Show
With the clock ticking down and the high Stakes of tournament football looming large, the South American outfit managed the final stages with supreme composure. As their opponents pushed forward in a desperate search for a second equaliser, massive gaps began to appear at the back. Managerial substitutions proved absolutely inspired. Fresh legs injected late vitality into the attacking third, turning defensive solidity into devastating counter-attacks. Deep into the ninth minute of stoppage time, two substitutes combined to deliver the ultimate knockout blow. C. Hernandez danced through the tired defensive lines before squaring a perfect pass for Jaminton Campaz, who made no mistake from close range. The final 3-1 scoreline accurately reflects a dominant performance that sends a formidable warning to the rest of the group.
Key Questions
What does this mean for Uzbekistan's season?
Sitting bottom of the group after this loss, Uzbekistan must treat their next match as a crucial fixture to keep their knockout stage hopes alive.
How did substitute Luis Díaz change the game?
While Díaz actually started the match, his impact was absolute. Providing a crucial opening assist and scoring the decisive second goal, he was the undisputed orchestrator.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Heavyweight Expectation Meets Underdog Hope
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 7/100. An opening group stage clash that looks hopelessly one-sided on paper, making it an easy skip for neutrals.
The Setup
The World Cup kicks off for these two nations at the historic Estadio Azteca on June 18, 2026. Colombia arrive heavily favored to take all three points. For Uzbekistan, this opening fixture already carries a survive-and-advance weight. In tournament football, an opening loss essentially turns the next match into a desperate elimination bout. However, a dismal Stakes rating reflects the sheer lack of competitive jeopardy in this specific matchup. A low Stars rating also confirms an absence of true global household names capable of dragging casual fans to the screen.
Key Battle
Expect a classic clash of attacking intent versus deep-block desperation. The South American midfield will look to dictate the tempo and pry open tight spaces from the first whistle. Meanwhile, the Asian defensive unit must remain disciplined, absorbing relentless pressure while hoping to spring a rare counter-attack. A miserable Balance rating points to an impending onslaught rather than a tactical chess match.
Our Prediction
We see only one outcome here. The heavy favorites will monopolize possession and eventually break down a stubborn but outmatched defense. Expect a comfortable, multi-goal victory for the South Americans to kickstart their campaign and set the tone for their tournament run.