Luis Díaz Leads Colombia to Victory Over Uzbekistan in World Cup Debut

Colombia began its 2026 World Cup campaign with a 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan at Estadio Azteca, in a match where Luis Díaz emerged as the standout player, proving decisive in key moments.

La Tricolor starts with three points and confirms Luis Díaz as its most decisive player, in a group where every detail can make the difference.

Luis Díaz Changes the Match When Colombia Needs Him

Photo: EFE. Colombia World Cup 2026 debut

The match had a clear turning point: the appearance of Luis Díaz.

For much of the first half, Colombia dominated possession but lacked depth. However, the winger began making the difference with his speed and ability to unsettle defenders.

First, he warned with a shot that hit the post, then continued generating constant danger until he was directly involved in the 1-0 goal with a precise cross that ended in a goal by Dani Muñoz.

His influence was not only technical, but also emotional, lifting both the team and the stadium during tense moments.

Colombia Dominates, but Struggles to Break Down the Opponent’s Block

Photo: EFE. Colombia World Cup 2026 debut

The team led by Néstor Lorenzo controlled the match at the start, but ran into an organized Uzbekistan defense.

The opponent’s approach managed to neutralize Colombia’s creative players for several minutes, forcing them to look for individual solutions.

Colombia had the ball, but could not find clear spaces until Díaz managed to break that structure.

A Mistake Complicates the Match

Colombia World Cup 2026 debut – Photo: EFE

The second half began with an unexpected blow.

A mistake by goalkeeper Camilo Vargas allowed Uzbekistan to equalize, as they took advantage of a rebound inside the box to make it 1-1.

The goal briefly changed the rhythm of the match and gave the opponent confidence.

Immediate Reaction and Final Blow

Colombia World Cup 2026 debut – Photo: EFE

Colombia reacted quickly after the equalizer.

A recovery in the opponent’s half led to the second goal, scored by Luis Díaz, who thus recorded his first goal in a World Cup.

In the final stretch, Uzbekistan tried to press in search of an equalizer, but left spaces that Colombia exploited in a final play that ended with Campaz scoring the definitive 3-1.

Colombia will look to consolidate its strong start in the group, while Uzbekistan will need to adjust its defense if it wants to stay in contention.

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