Colombia tops Group K after 0-0 draw with Portugal in World Cup qualifier

Colombia secured the top spot in Group K with a goalless draw against Portugal in Miami on Saturday, ensuring both teams advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup's last 32. The entertaining match saw Colombia finish as group winners, setting up a clash with Ghana in Kansas City on Friday. Portugal, unable to secure a win to top the group, will face Croatia in Toronto on Thursday.

Colombia started strongly, dominating large spells of the first half with Jhon Córdoba and Jhon Arias testing Portugal's goalkeeper Diogo Costa early on. Ruben Neves cleared a close-range effort off the line, preventing Colombia from taking the lead. Portugal grew into the game before halftime, with Camilo Vargas denying Bruno Fernandes and João Félix missing a volley.

After the break, Portugal pushed forward, but Colombia remained dangerous on the counter-attack. Richard Ríos and Gustavo Puerta went close for Colombia, and James Rodríguez had an effort deflected. A late Colombian goal was disallowed for offside after a VAR review, and Rafael Leão missed a late opportunity for Portugal. Cristiano Ronaldo had a quiet game with limited service. Despite numerous late attempts, neither side found the net in the humid conditions before a crowd of 64,478 spectators.