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Portugal need only a point to secure their place in the 2026 World Cup knockout rounds when they face Colombia in their final Group K match at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on Sunday.
Colombia have already secured their passage into the round of 32 with back-to-back wins against Uzbekistan and DR Congo, and they will aim to maintain their unbeaten run.
Portugal drew their opening game 1-1 against DR Congo, and then bounced back to winning ways with a thumping 5-0 win against Uzbekistan, where Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions. Additionally, take a look at our best World Cup betting offers to give yourself the best chance of making some profit.
Colombia vs Portugal key stats
- Colombia have won four of their last four matches.
- Portugal are unbeaten in their last seven matches.
- There have been Over 3.5 goals in six of nine Portugal's competitive international matches.
Colombia vs Portugal preview: Goals galore expected
| Colombia | vs | Portugal |
|---|---|---|
| 13 | FIFA Ranking | 5 |
| David Ospina (130) | Most Caps | Cristiano Ronaldo (230) |
| James Rodriguez (31) | Most Goals | Cristiano Ronaldo (145) |
| 1072 | Total Caps | 1191 |
| 112 | Total Goals | 264 |
| 0 | Uncapped Players | 0 |
Colombia have already secured their place in the knockout rounds with back-to-back victories, and a draw against Portugal will be enough to retain the top spot in Group K.
Los Cafeteros are brimming with confidence after winning each of their last four matches across all competitions, and have emerged as one of the tournament's true dark horse.
Luis Diaz has carried his excellent Bayern Munich form onto the international stage, registering a goal and an assist in the opening 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan.
Nesto Lorenzo's side were made to work much harder against DR Congo, eventually securing a 1-0 win thanks to Daniel Munoz's 76th-minute deflected strike after the defender had an early goal ruled out.
After their poor show against DR Congo, Portugal responded strong with an emphatic 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, where Nuno Mendes and Rafael Leao got on the scoresheet along with Ronaldo.
Roberto Martinez's side need only a point against Colombia to secure their place in the knockout rounds, although even a defeat could be enough depending on the result between DR Congo and Uzbekistan.
The spotlight shifts back to Ronaldo once again as underlined his importance by becoming the first player to score in six different World Cups during the victory over Uzbekistan.
The 41-year-old also became the second-oldest goalscorer in World Cup history, behind Roger Milla, and Portugal will hope their captain can inspire them once again in Sunday's crucial clash.
Colombia vs Portugal form guide & betting tips
| Colombia | vs | Portugal |
|---|---|---|
LWWWW |
Form | WWWDW |
| 10 | Goals For | 12 |
| 5 | Goals Against | 3 |
WW |
WORLD CUP | DW |
Whispers predicts: Colombia 2-2 Portugal
Both Colombia and Portugal have scored at least two goals in three of their last five matches, suggesting this could be an entertaining contest with plenty of chances at both ends.
Six of Portugal's last nine competitive internationals have produced over three goals, making Over 3.5 Goals at 5/2 (3.50) an attractive option. Both teams also possess plenty of attacking quality, so BTTS – Yes at 20/21 (1.95) is another market worth considering.
Having scored in seven of his last 10 competitive internationals, including a brace against Uzbekistan, Cristiano Ronaldo is backed to score anytime at 20/21 (1.95).
Likewise, a goal or an assist in six of his last seven competitive internationals makes Diaz to Score or Assist at 2/1 (3.00) another appealing bet.
> Colombia to score first at 7/4 (2.75) | Likelihood: Probable
> Over 3.5 goals at 5/2 (3.5) | Likelihood: Outsider
> Luis Diaz score or assist at 2/1 (3.0) | Likelihood: Probable
> Cristiano Ronaldo to score anytime at 20/21 (1.95) | Likelihood: Probable
> BTTS – Yes at 20/21 (1.95) | Likelihood: Probable