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Colombia made a winning start to their 2026 World Cup campaign with a solid 3-1 victory over Uzbekistan. Led from the front by Luis Díaz, Los Cafeteros produced a dominant display throughout to kick off their first World Cup appearance since 2018. Uzbekistan, coached by 2006 World Cup-winning captain Fabio Cannavaro, defended resolutely at times but were ultimately second best in both possession and goalscoring opportunities. Story of the Match The Colombian side, although pe