Uzbekistan 2026 World Cup schedule: dates and kickoff times
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Uzbekistan's 2026 World Cup schedule features three Group K matches across the United States: Colombia on June 18 in Mexico City (02:00 UTC), Portugal on June 23 in Houston (17:00 UTC), and DR Congo on June 27 in Atlanta (23:30 UTC).
This marks Uzbekistan's historic World Cup debut after qualifying from Asian qualifying. The White Wolves face a challenging group including European powerhouse Portugal and South American contender Colombia.
Uzbekistan's Complete Group Stage Schedule
Uzbekistan's three Group K fixtures span nine days across three different American cities. The team opens against Colombia in Mexico City's early morning slot, faces European giants Portugal in Houston's evening kickoff, then concludes group play against DR Congo in Atlanta's late-night fixture. Each venue offers unique challenges as Uzbekistan seeks to advance from their maiden World Cup appearance.
The scheduling provides Uzbekistan with five days rest between each match, crucial for squad rotation and recovery. Fans tracking the White Wolves' progress can follow live scores and build tournament brackets on Bola 2026 throughout their World Cup journey.
Frequently asked questions
When does Uzbekistan play their first World Cup match?
Uzbekistan plays their opening match against Colombia on Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 02:00 UTC in Mexico City.
What time zone are Uzbekistan's World Cup kickoff times in?
All Uzbekistan match times are listed in UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) and need to be converted to your local time zone.
Which teams are in Uzbekistan's World Cup group?
Uzbekistan is in Group K alongside Colombia, Portugal, and Democratic Republic of Congo for the 2026 World Cup.