📅 2026 World Cup Fixture: Group K · Saturday, June 27, 2026 · Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens

Portugal vs Colombia is one of the rarest fixtures at the 2026 World Cup. The two nations have met just once at senior international level — a 0-0 friendly draw — and have never faced each other in a competitive match. That changes on Saturday, June 27, 2026, when Group K's heavyweight pairing kicks off at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami.

Portugal arrive as the seeded team and likely group winners. Colombia, fresh off their 2024 Copa América final run, are the most dangerous second seeds in the tournament. This match could decide who tops Group K — and which side of the Round of 32 bracket they fall into.

All-Time Head-to-Head Record

The all-time head-to-head between Portugal and Colombia is level, with 1 meeting at senior international level since 2014.

1 Meetings

0 Portugal wins

1 Draws

0 Colombia wins

 

Stat	Portugal	Colombia
Total wins	0	0
Goals scored	0	0
Goals per match	0.00	0.00
Win rate	0%	0%

Last meetings between Portugal and Colombia

Date	Competition	Home	Away	Score
2014	Friendly	Portugal	Colombia	0-0

Biggest wins for each side

Portugal's biggest result

No goals scored — the only meeting between the two ended 0-0.

Colombia's biggest result

No goals scored — the only meeting between the two ended 0-0.

The most famous match

2014 Friendly — Portugal 0-0 Colombia, in a pre-World Cup warmup played in Miami. The match was tactical, low-scoring, and had little riding on it. The 2026 meeting will redefine the entire fixture.

Top scorer in the rivalry

No goalscorers exist in this fixture's history. The 2026 match will produce the first ever Portugal vs Colombia goal at senior international level.

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Key players: Portugal

Cristiano Ronaldo (his sixth and almost certainly final World Cup at 41), Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Vitinha, Rafael Leão, João Neves, Rúben Dias. Portugal enter as one of the dark-horse contenders.

Key players: Colombia

James Rodríguez (still the creative engine), Luis Díaz, Daniel Muñoz, Davinson Sánchez, Jhon Durán, Richard Ríos. Néstor Lorenzo's Colombia made the 2024 Copa América final and arrive in form.

Match prediction

On paper, Portugal are favorites — but Colombia were the most in-form team in CONMEBOL during qualifying. Expect a balanced, high-quality match. A draw or a 2-1 result either way is the most likely outcome.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the all-time head-to-head record between Portugal and Colombia?

Portugal and Colombia have met only once at senior international level — a 0-0 friendly draw in 2014. They have never played each other in a competitive match. The 2026 World Cup Group K meeting will be their first ever competitive fixture.

When did Portugal last play Colombia?

Portugal's only meeting with Colombia was a 0-0 friendly draw in 2014. The two nations have not played each other in 12 years before their 2026 World Cup encounter.

Have Portugal and Colombia played at the World Cup?

No. The June 27, 2026 match in Group K will be the first ever World Cup meeting between Portugal and Colombia, and the first ever competitive fixture between the two.

When do Portugal play Colombia at the 2026 World Cup?

Portugal face Colombia in Group K of the 2026 World Cup on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The match could decide which side wins the group.

Will Cristiano Ronaldo play vs Colombia?

Cristiano Ronaldo is in Portugal's senior squad and, barring injury, is expected to feature in the 2026 World Cup. The Group K match against Colombia will likely be one of his final World Cup appearances at age 41.

Who is Colombia's most important player vs Portugal?

James Rodríguez remains Colombia's creative engine and biggest goal threat. He led Colombia to the 2024 Copa América final and is the top scorer in CONMEBOL World Cup qualifying. His duel with Portugal's midfield will likely decide the match.

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Last updated May 4, 2026. We will refresh this page after the 2026 World Cup match between Portugal and Colombia.