World Cup 2026 · Moderate group
Group K
Portugal · Colombia · Uzbekistan · DR Congo
Four teams, six matches, two automatic Round-of-32 spots plus a chance for the third-placed side via the best-thirds rule. Portugal are the Kalshi market favourite to win Group K at 65%.
Market Projection
Teams ranked by implied probability of winning Group K on Kalshi prediction markets. Updates as the tournament unfolds.
Top 2 advance automatically. Third-place teams compete in a 12-group pool for 8 Round-of-32 spots.
All 6 Group K Fixtures
Every Group K match with kickoff time, venue, and host city.
NRG Stadium · Houston
Estadio Azteca · Mexico City
NRG Stadium · Houston
Estadio Akron · Guadalajara
Hard Rock Stadium · Miami
Mercedes-Benz Stadium · Atlanta
Teams in Group K
Snapshot of each squad. Tap any team for the full fan guide.
Portugal
UEFA · FIFA #6
Portugal arrive at the 2026 FIFA World Cup with Cristiano Ronaldo at the helm in what is expected to be his final tournament - a swansong for the most prolific international scorer in men's football history. Coach Roberto Martínez has built a tactically fluid squad with enormous depth and quality behind the veteran captain, including the elegant Bruno Fernandes, the mercurial João Félix, and the pacey Rafael Leão. Group K against Colombia, Uzbekistan, and DR Congo should be negotiated comfortably, giving Portugal the platform for a serious knockout campaign. Ronaldo's hunger for a first World Cup title to complete his trophy cabinet adds extraordinary motivation to the Portuguese camp.
Base camp: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Colombia
CONMEBOL · FIFA #11
Colombia arrive at World Cup 2026 carrying genuine momentum - 2024 Copa América finalists, Copa América top scorers, and runners-up despite facing Argentina's eventual champions. Under Néstor Lorenzo, Los Cafeteros play exciting, attacking football driven by the brilliant James Rodríguez, who at 34 may be making his final World Cup appearance, and the electric Liverpool winger Luis Díaz. Group K against Portugal, Uzbekistan, and DR Congo gives Colombia a real opportunity to progress from the group, though the clash with Portugal will be pivotal. James Rodríguez's Golden Boot-winning display at Brazil 2014 remains one of that tournament's lasting images, and he will be eager for one last curtain call.
Base camp: Zapopan, Jalisco
Uzbekistan
AFC · FIFA #40 · 🆕 Debut
Uzbekistan make their historic World Cup debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, representing Central Asia at a major tournament for the first time. The White Wolves have been one of Asia's most improved national teams under Slovenian coach Srecko Katanec, developing a coherent playing style around Roma striker Eldor Shomurodov and the technical midfield of Jakhongir Sidiqov. Group K against Portugal, Colombia, and DR Congo is a challenging draw for debutants, but Uzbekistan's disciplined organisation and home-grown talent have already surprised larger nations in Asian competition. Their debut marks a historic milestone for football across Central Asia.
Base camp: Marietta, Georgia
DR Congo
CAF · FIFA #50
DR Congo make a momentous return to the World Cup stage in 2026, ending a 52-year absence since appearing as Zaire at West Germany 1974 - one of the longest gaps in World Cup history for any nation. The Leopards, African Cup of Nations runners-up in 2024, are a physically imposing, technically gifted side coached by French tactician Sébastien Desabre. Porto's Chancel Mbemba provides leadership at the back while the attacking threats of Cédric Bakambu and Brentford's Yoane Wissa add dangerous edge. Group K against Portugal, Colombia, and Uzbekistan is tough, but DR Congo's return after 52 years is one of the great narrative stories of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Base camp: Houston, Texas
Path Through the Bracket
Where Group K teams land in the brand-new Round of 32, per FIFA regs §12.6.
1K · Group winner
1K faces 2B in M83
2K · Runner-up
2K faces 1B
3K · Third (if best-of-12)
Third-place option pool 6. Only the top 8 of 12 third-placed teams qualify.