Uzbekistan vs Colombia Prediction 6/17/2026 Group K Picks

In this article we will formulate a Uzbekistan vs Colombia prediction for this World Cup game on Wednesday, June 17th at Estadio Banorte in Mexico City. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this World Cup matchup.

Uzbekistan Betting Preview

Uzbekistan comes into the World Cup ranked 50th in the latest official FIFA rankings and they are coming off of a 2-1 loss to Netherlands in their last match. In that loss, Uzbekistan tied the game at one in the second minute of stoppage time, but allowed the winning goal in the eighth minute of stoppage time. Uzbekistan recorded eight total shots, one shot on target, and had 35% of the possession. Uzbekistan has played three other friendlies this year: a 2-0 loss to Canada, a 4-2 win over Urartu, and a 2-2 draw with China. 

Uzbekistan has never qualified for the World Cup in prior years, so they will be making history with this appearance. In qualification, Uzbekistan finished second in their group with 21 points, which was two points behind Iran for first and ahead of United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kyrgyzstan, and North Korea. 

Colombia Betting Preview

Colombia comes into the World Cup ranked 14th in the latest official FIFA rankings and they are coming off of a 2-0 win over Jordan in their last match. In that win, Colombia scored in the 41st minute and the 55th minute for the shutout win. Colombia recorded 14 total shots, five shots on target, and had 64% of the possession. Colombia has played three other friendlies this year: a 3-1 win over Costa Rica, a 3-1 loss to France, and a 2-1 loss to Croatia. 

Colombia has qualified for six previous World Cups and their best finish came in 2014, when they made the Quarter-finals. Colombia has made two of the last three World Cups and they advanced out of the Group Stage in both. In 2018, Colombia lost to Japan 2-1, defeated Poland 3-0, and defeated Senegal 1-0 in the Group Stage, before losing to England in the Round of 16. In qualification, Colombia finished third in their group with 28 points, which was ahead of Uruguay, Brazil, Paraguay, Bolivia, Venezuela, Peru, and Chile. 

Uzbekistan vs Colombia Prediction 

Uzbekistan comes into the World Cup ready to make history with their first appearance, but this is not going to be an easy task. Colombia is a very talented team and they have played well in the friendlies leading up to the tournament. Colombia has also had a ton of success at the World Cup and they will be looking to make a statement after missing in 2022. I think Colombia will dominate the possession and I like them to score at least three goals here.

David Racey's Pick: Colombia Team Total: Over 2.5 (+170)