#认证创作者专属推广任务 2026 World Cup Uzbekistan VS Colombia + Score Prediction

At 10:00 Beijing time on June 18, the first round of Group K at the 2026 World Cup, Uzbekistan will face Colombia. Before the match, both sides announced their starting lineups.
It is worth mentioning that Uzbekistan's head coach is former national team head coach Cannavaro.
1. Both sides' official starting lineups
Uzbekistan (3-4-2-1)
1 - Yutskir
Yusupov (Goalkeeper)
2 - Husanov,
5 - Ashurmatov,
13 - Nasrullaev
24 - Karimov,
6 - Mozgovoy,
7 - Shukurov,
18 - Abdullayev
22 - Fedorayev,
11 - Uronov
14 - Shomurodov (Captain)
Colombia (4-2-3-1)
12 - Vargas (Goalkeeper)
2 - Muñoz,
3 - Rucumi,
23 - Davinson Sánchez,
17 - Moka
16 - Lairma,
14 - Puelta
10 - J. R,
11 - Arias,
7 - Luis Díaz
25 - Luis Suárez

2. Score forecast (Analysis only, no betting guidance)
Basic differences
Ranking and value: Colombia is ranked 13th in the world, with a total market value of 300 million euros; Uzbekistan is 50th, with an estimated value of about 85 million euros, with a significant gap in European-based star quality.
Playing style: Uzbekistan, coached by Cannavaro, focuses on low-block defense + quick counterattacks; Colombia controls possession, with Díaz on the flanks breaking through, J. R organizing + set pieces as key scoring methods.
Venue factors: 2200 meters altitude, Uzbekistan lacks high-altitude combat experience, with noticeable stamina decline in the second half.
Score prediction reference
Primary score: Colombia 2-0 Uzbekistan
Reason: Overall dominance, Uzbekistan's dense defense makes it difficult to withstand South American flank attacks, Colombia's stable defense is likely to keep a clean sheet.
Secondary score: Colombia 2-1 Uzbekistan
Reason: Uzbekistan's counterattack poses some threat, Shomurodov's role as a pivot might steal a goal.
Low probability scenario: 1-1 draw (Uzbekistan defends throughout, Colombia's finishing is poor)
Win/loss trend judgment
Colombia's overall strength, tournament experience, and high-altitude adaptation give them a comprehensive advantage; the probability of victory is higher. Uzbekistan, as a debutant in the World Cup for the first time in team history, mainly aims to defend and earn points, making it difficult to secure a win.