Colombia vs. Portugal projected lineups, starting 11 for World Cup Group K game in Miami

Colombia and Portugal meet in Miami in a World Cup Group K clash that will decide who finishes top of the group.

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Los Cafeteros opened with victory over Uzbekistan before edging DR Congo, while Portugal followed up their draw with the African side by beating Uzbekistan convincingly on matchday two.

Both sides are in a strong position to reach the knockout stage, but top spot remains valuable as they look to carry momentum into the Round of 32.

Here is how the teams are predicted to line up.

Colombia projected starting 11

(4-2-3-1, right to left): 12. C. Vargas (GK) — 21. D. Munoz, 23. D. Sanchez, 3. J. Lucumi, 17. J. Mojica — 6. J. Lerma, 5. G. Puerta, 11. J. Arias — 10. J. Rodriguez, 9. L. Suarez, 7. L. Diaz

• Injured: None reported
• Suspended: None
• On a yellow card: J. Mojica

Colombia have no reported injury or suspension concerns ahead of the clash and are expected to retain the side that has won their opening two matches.

Daniel Munoz should continue at right-back after hitting the winner last time out, while Jefferson Lerma and Gustavo Puerta are expected to anchor the midfield. James Rodriguez is likely to operate in a more advanced role, linking play behind Luis Suarez and Luis Diaz.

At the back, Davinson Sanchez and Jhon Lucumi are set to continue their partnership in central defence, with experienced goalkeeper Camilo Vargas expected to start behind them.

MORE: A complete breakdown of Colombia’s 2026 World Cup squad

Portugal projected starting 11

(4-2-3-1, right to left): 1. D. Costa (GK) — 20. Joao Cancelo, 3. Ruben Dias, 13. Renato Veiga, 19. Nuno Mendes — 15. Joao Neves, 23. Vitinha — 10. Bernardo Silva, 8. Bruno Fernandes, 17. Rafael Leao — 7. Cristiano Ronaldo

• Injured: None reported
• Suspended: None
• On a yellow card: N. Semedo, B. Silva, R. Veiga 

Portugal have no fresh injury or suspension concerns, but they could mix up their lineup from the win over Uzbekistan.

Cristiano Ronaldo should once again spearhead the attack. Rafael Leao‘s impressive goal off the bench could see him come into the first 11 in place of Pedro Neto, while Bernardo Silva‘s experience and off-the-ball work may seem him get the nod over Joao Felix.

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Joao Neves and Vitinha are likely to continue as the midfield pairing, while Ruben Dias returns to marshal the defence alongside Renato Veiga.

The Selecao need to win the game in order to overtake Colombia and top the group.

MORE: A complete breakdown of Portugal’s 2026 World Cup squad

Colombia vs. Portugal predictions, betting odds

This should be one of the strongest matchups of the group-stage finale, with both sides already showing enough quality to reach the knockout rounds. Colombia have been efficient rather than spectacular, while Portugal’s 5-0 win over Uzbekistan suggests their attack is starting to click.

Portugal may have the greater individual firepower, but Colombia’s balance, physicality and threat from wide areas should make this tight. With top spot in Group K at stake, neither side is likely to take major risks.

• Score prediction: Colombia 1-1 Portugal

Colombia vs. Portugal World Cup rosters

Here are the names on Colombia and Portugal’s World Cup rosters. All caps and stats are correct as of the date of their announcement in May 2026.

Colombia World Cup roster

Head coach: Nestor Lorenzo

Portugal World Cup roster

Head coach: Roberto Martinez

Where to watch Colombia vs. Portugal

In USA:

• TV channel: Fox
• Live stream: fubo,Fox One, Fox Sports app/website

This match will be broadcast nationally on Fox in the United States with streaming options available on its dedicated platforms.

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