Uzbekistan vs Colombia prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on June 18, 2026
In the first round of the World Cup on June 18, 2026, the national teams of Uzbekistan and Colombia will face off. The debutants hope not to falter right at the start.
Uzbekistan vs Colombia: Team News and Expert Analysis
Uzbekistan qualified for the World Cup for the first time, finishing second in their group with 21 points—only Iran had more. Their results in friendlies were decent, but they started the summer with a 0-2 defeat to Canada. Against the Netherlands, they nearly managed a draw, but after scoring in stoppage time, they allowed their opponent to earn and convert a penalty.
Colombia, with 28 points from eighteen rounds, effectively shared third place in their group with three other teams, including Brazil. The year 2026 began with friendly defeats to Croatia and France, but in their latest training camp, they beat Costa Rica. Against Jordan, they secured a confident 2-0 victory.
The World Cup newcomer averages 1.4 goals scored per game, conceding only 0.7. The South American side has strong statistics as well: 2.5 goals scored on average and only one conceded per match.
Previous Matches: Uzbekistan vs Colombia
This will be the first ever head-to-head meeting between these teams.
The nominal visitors are much more experienced and have a stronger squad. We suggest betting on their win with a -1 goal handicap (odds – 1.60).
Uzbekistan vs Colombia: Key Statistics and Trends
- Uzbekistan have lost twice in a row
- 30% of Uzbekistan's matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 2.1 goals per match
- Colombia have won seven of their last ten matches
- 50% of Colombia's matches end with goals from both teams, with an average total of 3.5 goals per match
Uzbekistan vs Colombia: Probable Starting Lineups
Uzbekistan is expected to play with a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (probable lineup): Yusupov - Urozov, Khusanov, Ashurmatov - Nasrullaev, Saifiev, Shukurov, Mozgovoy - Urunov, Faizullaev - Shomurodov. Ganiev, Masharipov, and Alidzhapov will not play.
Colombia is expected to use a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Vargas - Mojica, Ditta, Sanchez, Arias - Puerta, Rios - Carrascal, Luis Diaz, Gomez - Hernandez
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team's progress in the World Cup tournament table
