Colombia, DR Congo name unchanged sides for Group K clash

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FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group K - Uzbekistan v Colombia - Estadio Azteca, Mexico City, Mexico - June 17, 2026 Colombia players pose for a team group photo before the match REUTERS/Henry Romero/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - FIFA World Cup 2026 - Group K - Portugal v DR Congo - Houston Stadium, Houston, Texas, U.S. - June 17, 2026 DR Congo players pose for a team group photo before the match REUTERS/Annegret Hilse/File Photo

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GUADALAJARA, Mexico: Colombia and DR Congo named unchanged sides for Monday's World Cup Group K clash after both teams opened their campaigns with positive results.

Colombia coach Nestor Lorenzo keeps faith with the team that beat Uzbekistan 3-1 in their tournament opener.

Goalkeeper Camilo Vargas retains his place despite criticism after his mistake led to Uzbekistan's goal.

Midfielder Gustavo Puerta continues in the starting lineup after impressing and providing an assist in the opening victory.

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Luis Suarez and Luis Diaz again lead Colombia's attack, with captain James Rodriguez playing behind.

DR Congo also unchanged after earning a surprise 1-1 draw against Portugal in their first World Cup match for 52 years.

Squads:

Colombia: Camilo Vargas, Daniel Munoz, Jhon Lucumi, Gustavo Puerta, Johan Mojica, Davinson Sanchez, James Rodriguez, Jhon Arias, Jefferson Lerma, Luis Diaz, Luis Suarez.

DR Congo: Lionel Mpasi, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Steve Kapuadi, Axel Tuanzebe, Chancel Mbemba, Arthur Masuaku, Ngalayel Mukau, Samuel Moutoussamy, Edo Kayembe, Cedric Bakambu, Yoane Wissa.

Source: Reuters

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