Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 Live Score: POR vs COL goalless after 35 mins

Portugal vs Colombia FIFA World Cup 2026 Football Match Live Score: Portugal can win Group K by beating Colombia today; otherwise, Colombia wins the group even with a draw.

FIFA World Cup 2026 Game Today Live Score:  Cristiano Ronaldo’s Portugal are currently goalless after 35 minutes against Colombia in their final group match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup at Miami Stadium. Colombia’s Jhon Cordoba had the best chances of scoring in the first 20 minutes in a game where both teams are chasing top spot in Group K. Both sides are already through to the Round of 32. But a win today for either assures them of a better draw for Round of 32. Actually, Colombia will top the group with a draw as well.

After firing blanks in Portugal’s tournament opener, Ronaldo finally came to the party with two goals as Portugal tormented Uzbekistan. Can Ronaldo score another brace and keep himself in the race for the Golden Boot? Today will present a golden opportunity for him to do so, because Argentina boss Lionel Scaloni has already confirmed that Ronaldo’s arch-rival Lionel Messi, who finds himself on top spot of the top goalscorers’ charts will be on the bench in Argentina’s final group game. Miami is where Messi plays his club football for Inter Miami in the Major League Soccer. Can Ronaldo make the city love him for a change?

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Whoever wins between already-qualified Colombia and Portugal finishes atop the group, with Colombia getting it if they draw. Congo is in with a win but out with a draw or a loss and Uzbekistan has long odds and likely needs to win in a romp.

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Jun 28, 2026 05:41 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Arias wasteful

Colombia's Arias has found himself in some great positions in the Portugal box with the ball at his disposal multiple times. And time after time, his crosses or his decision-making has been suspect. This time, he finds himself on the right of the box and his cross is aimed at no teammate in particular. If the positions were reversed and Ronaldo was getting the ball in these sorts of positions, he probably would have found a way to score for Portugal. but therein lies another problem: Ronaldo's not getting the ball in such positions!

After 37 minutes, still goalless in Miami

Jun 28, 2026 05:36 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Chance after chance

Colombia have been relentless in their attacks on the Portuguese goal! Their latest chance comes from a foray into the Portugal box from the right flank, following which a cross is whipped across the face of goal. But a desperate clearance from a Portuguese defender saves the day.

After 33 minutes, POR 0-0 COL

Jun 28, 2026 05:26 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: SAVE

Jhon Arias's shot is cleared off the face of the goal! Almost the first goal for Colombia.

Arias is slipped in by a defence-unlocking pass from James. The shot seems to be heading goalwards past the keeper when Ruben Neves clears off the line. Vital!

After 23 minutes, Portugal 0-0 Colombia

Jun 28, 2026 05:21 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: SAVE

Another chance for Colombia. And once again it's Jhon Cordoba who has the chance to put the South American side 1-0 ahead! He gets the ball on the right of the Portuguese goal, and he shoots a low attempt. Portugal's keeper Costa sticks a palm out and manages to get in a save! That was bound for the goal but the Portuguese keeper gets his angle right!

After 18 minutes, Portugal 0-0 Colombia

Jun 28, 2026 05:14 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Good game so far

A free-flowing encounter as we touch the 10-minute mark. But very limited chances at goal so far barring that Colombia chance for Jhon Cordoba early on.

Ruben Neves for Portugal and James Rodriguez for Colombia both have tentative shots at the goal that do not worry the goalkeepers at all.

After 10 minutes, Portugal 0-0 Colombia

Jun 28, 2026 05:07 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: CHANCE!

One minute into the game and Colombia have a chance! The ball is sent to the player on the left wing, and the Portugal defender cannot head clear. The left winger Diaz tries to cross, and the ball takes a ricochet off a leg to come nicely for Jhon Cordoba, who heads the ball just over the crossbar!

Colombia have their first attempt at scoring and almost do! Very heartening for James Rodriquez and Co.

Jun 28, 2026 05:03 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: KICKOFF

Here we go! Kickoff in Miami! Portugal need a win to top Group K. Even a draw will suffice Colombia! Ronaldo and Co in action in a city that is in thrall of Messi!

Jun 28, 2026 04:54 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: here we go!

Teams walking out for the national anthems. Plenty of Colombian yellow in the stands since the city of Miami has a massive South American population. Colombia will go first at the national anthems.

We're minutes away from kickoff!

Jun 28, 2026 04:49 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: First time in history

Portugal and Colombia have never faced off in the history of international football. They will do so for the first time at Miami today with the fate of the group on the line.

Jun 28, 2026 04:45 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Three changes for COL

Santiago Arias, Deiver Machado, Jhon Cordoba are in the Colombian side to face Portugal today, with Daniel Munoz, Johan Mojica and Luis Suarez dropping out from the starting XI which beat Congo DR 1-0 last time out.

Colombia starting XI: Vargas, Lucumi, Arias, Sanchez, Puerta, Machado, Rodriguez, Arias, Lerma, Diaz, Cordoba

Jun 28, 2026 04:35 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: here's Portugal XI

1 COSTA

3 DIAS

7 RONALDO (captain)

8 FERNANDES

11 FELIX

13 VEIGA

18 NETO

20 CANCELO

21 NEVES

23 VITINHA

25 MENDES

Jun 28, 2026 04:34 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Colombia XI

12 VARGAS

3 LUCUMI

4 ARIAS

7 DIAZ

9 CORDOBA

10 RODRIGUEZ (captain)

11 ARIAS

14 PUERTA

16 LERMA

22 MACHADO

23 SANCHEZ

Jun 28, 2026 03:46 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: What's at stake today

Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal have arrived for their final group stage match against Colombia at the World Cup, knowing their spot in the Round of 32 is secured.

Ronaldo — in a light jacket, despite nearly 100-degree (38 Celsius) temperatures in Miami on Saturday afternoon, along with a T-shirt and pair of shorts — gave a thumbs-up to a few who lined the route between the team bus and the player's entry point to the stadium.

Portugal would win Group K by beating Colombia; otherwise, Colombia wins the group.

Ronaldo has two goals in this year's World Cup entering play on Saturday, giving him 10 in six World Cup appearances. He's the only player to score in six different editions of the men's World Cup.

If Portugal wins Saturday, it would be on the same side of the Round of 32 draw as Lionel Messi and Argentina — raising the possibility that the icons could meet in the World Cup quarterfinals on July 11.

(Via AP)

Jun 28, 2026 03:24 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: half-time in Group L

England have been held goalless by already-eliminated Panama at half-time. Elsewhere in the same group, Croatia lead 1-0 at half-time against Ghana. What this means is that Croatia will qualify as the group toppers if things stay this way at full-time with England securing second spot in Group L. Ghana might also sneak through as the third-placed team.

England have another 45 minutes to turn the game around. So do Panama, to go out of the tournament with an almighty bang!

Jun 28, 2026 03:03 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: About Miami Stadium

Miami Stadium, which will play host to the Portugal vs Colombia game, serves as home to the Miami Dolphins, Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, Miami Open tennis tournament, University of Miami, Orange Blossom Classic and Orange Bowl college football games, Jazz in the Gardens and other concerts and festivals. The venue features world-class entertainment and demonstrates its versatility in hosting a wide variety of events including six Super Bowls, the 2010 NFL Pro Bowl, El Clasico Miami, major concerts and international soccer matches. The stadium played host to eight fixtures during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025™, including the opening showdown between Al Ahly FC and Inter Miami CF and the Round of 16 encounter where Real Madrid C. F. saw off fellow European heavyweights Juventus FC en route to the quarter-finals.

Jun 28, 2026 02:48 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Colombia boss speaks

Ahead of the final group stage clash against Portugal, Colombia manager Nestor Lorenzo had this to say:

"We know Portugal has a great team, a great coach, and we can't leave anything to chance. Portugal is a well-established team, so I think it will be a great match. We're going to maintain our style, our essence of play, even though we're facing an opponent with different characteristics. They play a mid-block, possession-based game that knows how to break through to finish attacks. They're very well-organized, have a great coach, and their entire squad is elite".

Jun 28, 2026 02:42 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Portugal boss speaks

Ahead of the final group stage clash against Colombia, Portugal manager Roberto Martinez had this to say:

"The match against Colombia actually began back in March for us, when we faced Mexico. We’ve already had 13 training sessions here in Miami, and the plan was to stay here to prepare for the Colombia match —taking into account the pitch and the stadium's characteristics. This is the match we have prepared for the most.”

Jun 28, 2026 02:33 AM IST
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Elsewhere at the World Cup...

The game between England and Panama at the New York New Jersey Stadium and the game between Croatia and Ghana at the Philadelphia Stadium have kicked off simultaneously. The top spot in Group L is still on the line and up for grabs.

Jun 28, 2026 02:23 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Group K permutations and combinations

Colombia vs Portugal and Congo vs Uzbekistan tonight

Whoever wins between already-qualified Colombia and Portugal finishes atop the group, with Colombia getting it if they draw. Congo is in with a win but out with a draw or a loss and Uzbekistan has long odds and likely needs to win in a romp.

Jun 28, 2026 02:06 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: When Dua Lipa made her presence felt

A special guest crashed Portugal coach Roberto Martínez's news conference Friday: Grammy winner Dua Lipa. Her sound, anyway.

Speakers inside the interview room at the stadium started blaring some of Lipa's songs for a few minutes in the middle of Martínez’s availability session. It wasn't totally clear why — some wires got crossed, evidently, during a rehearsal happening inside the stadium — but nobody seemed to mind that it happened.

Martinez even swayed a little in his chair while workers tried to find a way to silence the music.

“Dua Lipa's supporting Portugal, I believe," he said.

Lipa — the three-time Grammy-winning, London-born, British Albanian singing powerhouse — is a huge soccer fan and has been at countless major events in recent years. And when Martinez was asked later in his news conference about the balance of his midfield play so far in the tournament, he couldn't resist bringing the talk back to the music.

“Balance and Dua Lipa, those were the two main topics,” Martínez said.

(Via The Associated Press)

Jun 28, 2026 01:41 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: what happened 2 years ago at Hard Rock Stadium

Today's game will see Colombia fans return to the Hard Rock Stadium nearly 2 years after the chaotic scene at Copa America final. Thousands of ticketless fans had breached the security gates at Hard Rock Stadium in a July 2024 match to watch Colombia face Argentina.

Colombia's soccer team will play Portugal on Saturday in a World Cup group stage match, returning to the stadium for the first time since that incident — this time with heightened security and multiple checkpoints.

The crowd trouble began hours before the July 2024 match. Supporters — many of them wearing Colombia’s yellow and red colors — rushed the gates at the home stadium of the NFL's Miami Dolphins, leaving fans terrified and bloodied as security struggled to contain the rush.

Screams could be heard in the background of many videos circling social media, and posts showed some fans trying to climb through air vents to gain entry.

Questions were sparked on how to handle two more years of major soccer tournaments in the United States — the Club World Cup last year and this year's World Cup.

There was increased security last summer at the Club World Cup matches held in Miami, which served as a preview of the ticket-screening measures to expect on Saturday.

Fans must pass through three separate checkpoints that enclose the entire campus before getting close to the stadium, and parking passes are checked well before entry. Steel fencing is also set up around the perimeter.

(Via The Associated Press)

Jun 28, 2026 01:30 AM IST
Portugal vs Colombia, FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Possible XIs for today's game

Colombia possible starting XI: Vargas; Munoz, Sanchez, Lucumi, Mojica; Lerma, Puerta; Diaz, Arias, James; Suarez

Portugal possible starting XI: Costa; Cancelo, Dias, Veiga, Mendes; Vitinha, Neves, Fernandes; Neto, Ronaldo, Felix

Jun 28, 2026 01:16 AM IST
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