Colombia beats DR Congo 1‑0 to clinch World Cup knockout berth

Colombia secured a 1‑0 victory over the Democratic Republic of Congo in the Group K match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, guaranteeing their place among the 32 teams advancing to the knockout stage. The winning goal came in the 76th minute when Daniel Muñoz’s shot rebounded off a Congolese defender and rolled into the net.

Despite dominating possession and registering 20 attempts on goal, Colombia faced a resilient Congolese defence and a standout performance from goalkeeper Lionel Mpasi, who made several key saves to keep the score level for most of the match. The result leaves Colombia with six points and the top spot in the group, while DR Congo must win its final group game against Uzbekistan to stay in contention for advancement.