Uzbekistan is set to face Colombia in their historic first World Cup appearance, scheduled for June 18, 2026, in Mexico City. The match will take place in Group K, marking Uzbekistan's debut on football's biggest stage.
Despite Uzbekistan's lack of prior World Cup experience, Colombia's coach has issued a warning against underestimating the Central Asian team. He emphasized that the debutants should not be taken lightly as they prepare to compete at the highest level.
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