Catch the Colombia vs Portugal Live showdown in Group K on Saturday, June 27 — this guide has your kick-off time, every streaming option by region, full squad lists, and a prediction for one of the most intriguing final-round fixtures at FIFA World Cup 2026.
Match Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Match | Colombia vs Portugal |
| Date | Saturday, June 27, 2026 |
| Kick-off (ET) | 7:30 PM ET |
| Kick-off (GMT) | 11:30 PM GMT |
| Kick-off (BST) | 12:30 AM BST (June 28) |
| Kick-off (Colombia Local) | 6:30 PM COT |
| Kick-off (Portugal Local) | 12:30 AM WEST (June 28) |
| Venue | Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Stadium), Miami Gardens, Florida, USA |
| Stage | Group K — Matchday 3 |
How to Watch Colombia vs Portugal Live Stream Online
USA — FOX Sports App / Peacock
- Download the FOX Sports app or visit foxsports.com on your browser.
- Sign in with your TV provider credentials, or subscribe to a supported live TV service such as YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, or DirecTV Stream.
- Navigate to the FIFA World Cup 2026 section and select Colombia vs Portugal.
- For Spanish-language coverage, switch to the Telemundo or Universo stream on the same platforms.
Canada — TSN+ / Crave
- Visit tsn.ca or download the TSN app and log in with your Bell Media subscription.
- If you do not have a TSN subscription, access the match free-to-air via CTV or stream it through Crave using the live CTV channel.
- French-language viewers can watch on RDS or the RDS app using the same Bell Media credentials.
- TSN+ also offers multilingual commentary through its partnership with Spalk — select your preferred language in the stream settings.
UK — BBC iPlayer
- Go to bbc.co.uk/iplayer or download the BBC iPlayer app on your device.
- Create a free BBC account if you do not already have one — you will need a valid UK TV licence to watch live content.
- Navigate to BBC One on the live TV section and select the World Cup match on June 28 at 12:30 AM BST.
- The match is also available on the BBC Sport website and app for simultaneous streaming.
Australia — SBS On Demand
- Visit sbs.com.au/ondemand or download the SBS On Demand app from the Apple App Store or Google Play.
- Create a free SBS account — all you need is an email address, no subscription required.
- Head to the FIFA World Cup 2026 hub and find the Colombia vs Portugal fixture.
- The match airs early morning AEST — set an alarm, as SBS is showing all 104 games completely free.
Colombia — Caracol TV / RCN Televisión / Win Sports
- For free-to-air coverage, tune to Caracol TV or RCN Televisión on your local TV provider.
- To stream online, visit caracoltv.com or rcntvweb.com — both offer free live streaming via their websites.
- Win Sports subscribers can also access the match through the Win Sports+ app, available on iOS and Android.
- Log in or create a free account on your chosen platform and navigate to the World Cup section.
Portugal — RTP (public broadcaster)
- Visit rtp.pt or download the RTP Play app on your device.
- RTP carries the match as part of Portugal’s free-to-air World Cup rights — no subscription is required for registered users.
- Create a free account with a valid Portuguese email address and log in.
- Navigate to the World Cup section within RTP Play and select the Colombia vs Portugal match.
Which TV Channels Will Broadcast Colombia vs Portugal?
| Region | TV Channel(s) | Kick-off Time (Local) |
|---|---|---|
| USA | FOX (English), Telemundo / Universo (Spanish) | 7:30 PM ET |
| Canada | TSN, CTV (select free-to-air), RDS (French) | 7:30 PM ET / 4:30 PM PT |
| UK | BBC One | 12:30 AM BST (June 28) |
| Australia | SBS, SBS VICELAND | 9:30 AM AEST (June 28) |
| Colombia | Caracol TV, RCN Televisión, Win Sports | 6:30 PM COT |
| Portugal | RTP (RTP Play streaming) | 12:30 AM WEST (June 28) |
In the USA, FOX and Telemundo are both free-to-air, making this match accessible without a cable subscription for most households.
In the UK, BBC One is free-to-air and requires only a valid TV licence, while Australia’s SBS is completely free with no paywall or subscription needed.
Match Preview
Colombia enter this decisive Group K finale having missed the 2022 World Cup entirely, and Néstor Lorenzo’s side know a result here could secure their place in the knockout rounds — Portugal, reigning UEFA Nations League champions and fifth in the FIFA rankings, arrive with their own ambitions of topping the group.
Both teams have already played two Group K matches, making this a true winner-takes-all closer.
Portugal under Roberto Martínez are expected to line up in their fluid 4-3-3, with Vitinha and João Neves controlling the midfield tempo and Rafael Leão and Francisco Conceição providing pace on the wings.
Colombia will likely deploy their energetic pressing system, relying on Luis Díaz’s dynamism on the left flank to unsettle Portugal’s full-backs and create space for James Rodríguez’s creativity in behind.
Both squads have reported no major injury concerns heading into the fixture, though several players are managing minor knocks and remain subject to fitness assessments ahead of kick-off.
The atmosphere at Hard Rock Stadium — one of the loudest World Cup 2026 venues — should be electric, with a large contingent of Colombian fans expected alongside passionate Portuguese supporters.
Colombia Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Álvaro Montero | Sporting CP |
| 2 | GK | David Ospina | Free agent |
| 3 | GK | Camilo Vargas | Atlas |
| 4 | DEF | Daniel Muñoz | Crystal Palace |
| 5 | DEF | Santiago Arias | Atlético Nacional |
| 6 | DEF | Dávinson Sánchez | Galatasaray |
| 7 | DEF | Jhon Lucumí | Bologna |
| 8 | DEF | Yerry Mina | Cagliari |
| 9 | DEF | Willer Ditta | Boca Juniors |
| 10 | DEF | Deiver Machado | Lens |
| 11 | DEF | Johan Mojica | Rayo Vallecano |
| 12 | MID | Gustavo Puerta | Bayer Leverkusen |
| 13 | MID | James Rodríguez (C) | Minnesota United |
| 14 | MID | Jefferson Lerma | Crystal Palace |
| 15 | MID | Jhon Arias | Fluminense |
| 16 | MID | Jorge Carrascal | Dynamo Kyiv |
| 17 | MID | Juan Fernando Quintero | Racing Club |
| 18 | MID | Richard Ríos | Benfica |
| 19 | MID | Kevin Castaño | Porto |
| 20 | MID | Jaminton Campaz | Deportivo Cali |
| 21 | MID | Juan Portilla | Millonarios |
| 22 | FWD | Luis Díaz | Bayern Munich |
| 23 | FWD | Luis Suárez | Club Nacional |
| 24 | FWD | Jhon Córdoba | Krasnodar |
| 25 | FWD | Carlos Gómez | Girona |
| 26 | FWD | Juan Camilo Hernández | LA Galaxy |
Key Players to Watch
- Luis Díaz: The Bayern Munich winger is arguably Colombia’s most dangerous weapon — his directness, pace, and ability to cut inside make him a nightmare for any full-back in the tournament.
- James Rodríguez: The captain and Colombia’s all-time World Cup top scorer remains the creative heartbeat of the team; expect him to dictate the tempo and pick out dangerous passes in behind Portugal’s high defensive line.
- Richard Ríos: The Benfica midfielder has been one of Colombia’s standout performers in qualification — his engine and technical quality in the press give Néstor Lorenzo a crucial double pivot anchor.
Portugal Squad for FIFA World Cup 2026
| # | Position | Player Name | Club |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | GK | Diogo Costa | FC Porto |
| 2 | GK | Rui Silva | Sporting CP |
| 3 | GK | José Sá | Wolverhampton Wanderers |
| 4 | DEF | Rúben Dias | Manchester City |
| 5 | DEF | Gonçalo Inácio | Sporting CP |
| 6 | DEF | João Cancelo | FC Barcelona |
| 7 | DEF | Nuno Mendes | PSG |
| 8 | DEF | Diogo Dalot | Manchester United |
| 9 | DEF | Nélson Semedo | Fenerbahçe |
| 10 | DEF | Tomás Araújo | Benfica |
| 11 | DEF | Renato Veiga | Villarreal |
| 12 | MID | Vitinha | PSG |
| 13 | MID | João Neves | PSG |
| 14 | MID | Bruno Fernandes | Manchester United |
| 15 | MID | Rúben Neves | Al Hilal |
| 16 | MID | Matheus Nunes | Manchester City |
| 17 | MID | Samú Costa | Mallorca |
| 18 | MID | Bernardo Silva | Manchester City |
| 19 | FWD | Cristiano Ronaldo (C) | Al Nassr |
| 20 | FWD | Francisco Trincão | Sporting CP |
| 21 | FWD | João Félix | Al Nassr |
| 22 | FWD | Gonçalo Ramos | PSG |
| 23 | FWD | Pedro Neto | Chelsea |
| 24 | FWD | Francisco Conceição | Juventus |
| 25 | FWD | Rafael Leão | AC Milan |
| 26 | FWD | Gonçalo Guedes | Real Sociedad |
Key Players to Watch
- Cristiano Ronaldo: At 41, Ronaldo heads to what may be his final World Cup chasing the one major trophy that has eluded him — he remains Portugal’s captain, all-time top scorer, and focal point of everything the Seleção do in the final third.
- Bruno Fernandes: The FWA Footballer of the Year had an exceptional 2025–26 season at Manchester United and arrives in full confidence, with the freedom to drive forward from midfield and supply Ronaldo in lethal combination.
- Rafael Leão: The AC Milan attacker’s acceleration and unpredictability on the left wing will be key to pulling Colombia’s defensive structure apart — he can turn a quiet game into chaos in a single run.
Upcoming Match Schedule
Colombia — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 23, 2026 | DR Congo | Group K — MD3 | Estadio Akron | 10:00 PM ET |
| June 27, 2026 | Portugal | Group K — MD3 | Hard Rock Stadium | 7:30 PM ET |
| TBC | TBC | Round of 32 | TBC | TBC |
Portugal — Next Fixtures
| Date | Opponent | Stage | Venue | Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 23, 2026 | Uzbekistan | Group K — MD2 | NRG Stadium | 1:00 PM ET |
| June 27, 2026 | Colombia | Group K — MD3 | Hard Rock Stadium | 7:30 PM ET |
| TBC | TBC | Round of 32 | TBC | TBC |
Colombia vs Portugal Prediction
Portugal hold the edge on paper — their Nations League triumph, FIFA ranking of fifth, and the sheer depth of talent from Ronaldo through to a PSG core fresh from Champions League glory makes them the clear favourites to win Group K outright.
Colombia, though, will not sit back: a team that reached the Copa América final in 2024 and qualified with 28 points knows how to compete against elite opposition.
The smart money lands on a Portugal victory, with Fernandes and Leão finding the gaps that Colombia’s high-energy press will inevitably leave open — a 2–1 scoreline feels right, though as any football fan knows, a Matchday 3 group-stage game with everything at stake has a habit of producing the completely unexpected.
FAQs
What time is Colombia vs Portugal kick-off?
Colombia vs Portugal kicks off at 7:30 PM ET on Saturday, June 27, 2026 — that is 11:30 PM GMT, 12:30 AM BST (June 28), and 9:30 AM AEST on Sunday June 28 for Australian fans. Always confirm with your local broadcaster in case of any last-minute changes.
Where can I watch Colombia vs Portugal in the USA?
In the United States, the match is broadcast on FOX in English and Telemundo/Universo in Spanish — both are free-to-air on most TV packages. You can also stream it via the FOX Sports app or Peacock with a TV provider login.
Have Colombia and Portugal ever played each other before?
This fixture at FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the first time Colombia and Portugal have ever met in any competitive or friendly international match. With no head-to-head history between the two nations, both sides enter on completely equal psychological footing.
Who is the key player to watch in Colombia vs Portugal?
Cristiano Ronaldo will dominate the headlines, but Bruno Fernandes is arguably the player who makes Portugal tick — his link play, vision, and long-range shooting can unlock any defence. For Colombia, Luis Díaz’s pace and directness against Portugal’s full-backs may well be the decisive factor.
What is the predicted result for Colombia vs Portugal?
Portugal are favoured to win, with their superior FIFA ranking, recent Nations League title, and a star-studded squad suggesting they have the quality to edge a competitive Group K decider. A 2–1 victory for Portugal appears the most likely outcome, though Colombia’s Copa América pedigree means this tie is far from a foregone conclusion.
