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Colombia vs Portugal Predictions & Betting Tips - Cristiano Ronaldo to Score First at the 2026 World Cup

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Last updated: Fri 26 Jun 2026 05:07
Colombia, after two consecutive World Cup wins, face Portugal, who are seeking Group K’s top spot after Ronaldo’s stellar display against Uzbekistan. While Colombia are in great form, Portugal’s attacking edge, led by Cristiano Ronaldo, gives them an advantage. Expert analysis predicts an entertaining match, with Portugal tipped to edge ahead and Ronaldo likely to find the net first. Punters should look for Portugal to win and both teams to score. Catch all the action live with our comprehensive streaming guide and betting tips.
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  • Colombia have won their opening two games at the World Cup
  • Portugal have to win in Miami to take top spot in Group K
  • I am expecting the Seleção to win an entertaining clash
Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo has scored 145 goals in 230 internationals (Getty)

Colombia face their toughest test at the World Cup after winning their opening two matches. Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice in Portugal’s 5-0 win against Uzbekistan and can maintain that form in Miami.

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Colombia will be facing Portugal for the first time.

Two Wins for Colombia


Colombia started the World Cup with a 3-1 win against Uzbekistan. Daniel Munoz opened the scoring but they were pegged back after the break, Luis Diaz and Jaminton Campaz scoring late to secure a deserved victory.

Nestor Lorenzo's side dominated DR Congo but left it late once again, Munoz with the winner in the 76th minute. The Tricolour ended the contest with 64% possession and 9-1 shots on target.

Colombia Team News, Squad & Predicted Line Up


Nestor Lorenzo has selected the same starting side in both matches and is unlikely to make many changes here. Johan Mojica, Jhon Lucumi and Jefferson Lerma are a booking away from a suspension.

PosPlayerAgeClub
GK David Ospina 37 Atletico Nacional
GK Camilo Vargas 37 Atlas
GK Alvaro Montero 31 Velez Sarsfield
DF Daniel Munoz 30 Crystal Palace
DF Jhon Lucumi 28 Bologna
DF Santiago Arias 34 Independiente
DF Yerry Mina 31 Cagliari
DF Johan Mojica 33 Mallorca
DF Willer Ditta 29 Cruz Azul
DF Deiver Machado 32 Nantes
DF Davinson Sanchez 30 Galatasaray
MF Kevin Castano 25 River Plate
MF Richard Rios 26 Benfica
MF Jorge Carrascal 28 Flamengo
MF James Rodriguez 34 Minnesota United
MF Jhon Arias 28 Palmeiras
MF Gustavo Puerta 22 Racing Santander
MF Juan Portilla 27 Athletico Paranaense
MF Jefferson Lerma 31 Crystal Palace
MF Juan Quintero 33 River Plate
MF Jaminton Campaz 26 Rosario Central
FW Luis Diaz 29 Bayern Munich
FW Jhon Cordoba 33 Krasnodar
FW Cucho Hernandez 27 Betis
FW Luis Suarez 28 Sporting CP
FW Andres Gomez 23 Vasco da Gama

Colombia (4-3-3): Camilo Vargas; Daniel Munoz, Davinson Sanchez, Jhon Lucumi, Johan Mojica; Gustavo Puerta, Jefferson Lerma, Jhon Arias; James Rodriguez, Luis Suarez, Luis Diaz

Portugal Bounce Back


Portugal’s World Cup campaign began with a disappointing 1-1 draw against DR Congo. João Neves scored in the 6th minute but that was their only shot on target despite enjoying 75% possession.

The Seleção bounced back with a comprehensive 5-0 win over Uzbekistan. Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice and could have easily had a hat-trick, Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leão finding the net in Houston.

Portugal Team News, Squad & Predicted Line Up


Tomás Araújo is doubtful here but was not expected to start with Rúben Dias regaining full fitness. Gonçalo Inácio could replace Renato Veiga in central defence due to his familiarity with Luis Suarez.

Bernardo Silva, Nélson Semedo, Tomás Araújo and Renato Veiga have been booked. Expect Roberto Martinez to select the same side that started against Uzbekistan.

PosPlayerAgeClub
GK Diogo Costa 26 Porto
GK José Sá 33 Wolverhampton
GK Rui Silva 32 Sporting CP
DF Rúben Dias 29 Manchester City
DF João Cancelo 32 Barcelona
DF Nélson Semedo 32 Fenerbahce
DF Nuno Mendes 24 Paris Saint-Germain
DF Diogo Dalot 27 Manchester United
DF Gonçalo Inácio 24 Sporting CP
DF Matheus Nunes 27 Manchester City
DF Renato Veiga 22 Villarreal
DF Tomás Araújo 24 Benfica
MF Bernardo Silva 31 Manchester City
MF Bruno Fernandes 31 Manchester United
MF Rúben Neves 29 Al-Hilal
MF Vitinha 26 Paris Saint-Germain
MF João Neves 21 Paris Saint-Germain
MF Samú Costa 25 Mallorca
FW Cristiano Ronaldo 41 Al-Nassr
FW João Félix 26 Al-Nassr
FW Rafael Leão 27 Milan
FW Gonçalo Guedes 29 Real Sociedad
FW Gonçalo Ramos 25 Paris Saint-Germain
FW Pedro Neto 26 Chelsea
FW Francisco Trincão 26 Sporting CP
FW Francisco Conceição 23 Juventus

Portugal (4-2-3-1): Diogo Costa; João Cancelo; Rúben Dias, Gonçalo Inácio, Nuno Mendes; Vitinha, João Neves; Pedro Neto, Bruno Fernandes, João Félix; Cristiano Ronaldo

Verdict

Cristiano Ronaldo took centre stage in Portugal’s 5-0 win against Uzbekistan and can steal the headlines again in Miami. Colombia should score, but Portugal have the weapons to win and steal top spot in Group K.

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