Colombia qualify for the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after beating DR Congo 1-0 in a Group K match in Guadalajara. Multiple reports say Daniel Muñoz provides the deciding moment, scoring in the 76th minute. Several outlets describe Colombia as controlling possession for long stretches and creating chances, while DR Congo prove difficult to break down before the late winner. One report notes the goal may be deflected, but all agree Colombia record a 1-0 victory and move into the knockout stage with a game to spare, pushing them back to the top of Group K and securing at least a top-two finish. Colombia’s qualification is linked to results that leave them on six points from their first two matches, following an earlier 3-1 win over Uzbekistan. Other coverage also connects the result to the broader knock-on effects for group standings and Portugal’s qualification scenarios, but the match itself centers on Colombia’s narrow win and Munoz’s second-half strike.
Munoz scores as Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 to reach World Cup last 32
Colombia qualify for the World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after beating DR Congo 1-0 in a Group K match in Guadalajara. Multiple reports say Daniel Muñoz provides the deciding moment, scoring in the 76th mi...
- Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 in Group K at the World Cup 2026 in Guadalajara.
- Daniel Muñoz scores the match-winning goal in the 76th minute.
- Colombia advance to the World Cup Round of 32 with a match to spare.
- Reports describe Colombia as dominating possession and creating more chances for most of the game.
- Colombia had earlier beaten Uzbekistan 3-1, reaching six points from their first two matches.
A deflected late goal from Daniel Muñoz breaks DR Congo resistance as Colombia dominate possession to book their place in the knockout stage early.
Daniel Munoz scored Colombia's decisive goal in a 1-0 win over DR Congo, which ensured their place in the World Cup knockout stage. The post Colombia not settling for two group-stage victories, says matchwinner Munoz appeared first on SoccerNews.
2 months agoStandings provided bySofascoreDaniel Muñoz booked Colombia’s place in the World Cup round of 32 with a 1-0 win over a resolute DR Congo side at the Estadio Guadalajara.The Crystal Palace wing-back ...
2 months agoColombia booked their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after defeating DR Congo 1-0 in their Group K clash on Wednesday. The South American side made it two wins from two matches after previously beating Uzbekistan 3-1. With six points from their opening two games, Colombia have secured qualification for the knockout stage with one group match still to play.
2 months agoIn the 76th minute, Quintero delivered a precise pass to Daniel Munoz, who made no mistake in putting the ball into the net to give Colombia the lead. The post Colombia beat DR Congo 1-0 in tight World Cup contest appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
2 months agoZapopan: Colombia secured their place in the FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 32 after a hard-fought victory over Congo DR on Tuesday (local time).Colombia has secured a spot in the knockout rounds pic.twitter.com/wbJQnI5aZL— FOX Soccer (@FOXSoccer) June 24, 2026 Congo DR had an early look at a goal when Edo Kayembe attempted a long-range effort, but it went wide as Colombia gradually took control of a lively first half.During the clash, James Rodriguez is the first player from Colombia to create five goal-scoring opportunities in a World Cup match since Carlos Valderrama against England in 1998 (5), according to OptaJose's X handle.Lionel Mpasi stood firm in goal for Congo DR, first denying Jhon Arias, while Daniel Munoz sent the rebound into the side netting. Munoz later came close again with a header that was saved, and although he eventually found the net on the follow-up, the goal was disallowed for offside.¡COLOMBIA VENCIÓ 1-0 A RD CONGO Y CLASIFICÓ A 16AVOS DEL MUNDIAL!Ganando o empatando contra Portugal asegurará el primer puesto del Grupo K.Junto a la Argentina son los únicos dos países sudamericanos con puntaje perfecto. pic.twitter.com/wM0SlzCFVt— Pablo Giralt (@giraltpablo) June 24, 2026 El abrazo de James Rodríguez y JuanFer Quintero a José Néstor Pekerman Iván Ramiro Córdoba pic.twitter.com/g4gUyKHVrN— Pipe Sierra (@PSierraR) June 24, 2026 Colombia continued to pile on pressure, with Mpasi making saves to keep out efforts from James Rodriguez, Luis Diaz and Gustavo Puerta. Congo DR nearly struck late in the half, but Arthur Masuaku's dangerous cross narrowly missed Yoane Wissa, who was close to scoring again after his goal against Portugal.After the break, Mpasi remained in inspired form, producing another strong save to deny Diaz from close range before Arias fired the rebound wide through a crowded defence.Colombia's breakthrough finally arrived when Munoz scored via a deflected effort after excellent build-up play from substitute Jhon Cordoba.The scenes as Colombia survived DR Congo pic.twitter.com/QMud7eT0HJ— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) June 24, 2026 Luis Díaz after having two goals ruled out in the span of two minutes pic.twitter.com/1f0s8e1qxA— B/R Football (@brfootball) June 24, 2026 Although Diaz later had two goals ruled out for offside, Colombia held on under late pressure from Congo DR to confirm a top-two finish in Group K ahead of their final match against Portugal.Congo DR still remain in contention for qualification, but must beat Uzbekistan and depend on other results going their way.In Group K, Colombia sit top of the table after winning both of their matches, collecting 6 points from 2 games with a goal difference of +3 (4 goals scored and 1 conceded).A clutch goal from the Colombian full-back breaks DR Congo hearts and seals a crucial 1-0 win for Colombia. Big players deliver in big moments, and Muñoz just did exactly that. pic.twitter.com/Gcd0jGTElX https://t.co/ivxr0xjjcZ— Dr Sneaker Nyame (@_sneakernyame) June 24, 2026 Portugal are placed second with 4 points from 2 matches, having recorded one win and one draw, scoring 6 goals and conceding 1, giving them a +5 goal difference.Congo DR are third with 1 point from 2 matches, having drawn one and lost one, with a goal difference of -1 after scoring once and conceding twice.Uzbekistan are bottom of the group without a point from their two matches, having lost both games and registering a goal difference of -7, with 1 goal scored and 8 conceded. (Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)
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