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Group K Qualification Scenarios: Who Can Advance at World Cup 2026?
Group K is complete: Colombia and Portugal took the automatic places and Congo DR moved into the best-third-place comparison.
- Group
- Group K
- Matches recorded
- 6/6
- Automatic places
- Top two
- Bubble route
- Best third-place teams
Current Group K qualification table
| Rank | Team | Pts | GD | GF | Status | Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Colombia | 7 | 3 | 4 | Top-two place | 100% |
| 2 |  Portugal | 5 | 5 | 6 | Top-two place | 100% |
| 3 |  Congo DR | 4 | 1 | 4 | Third-place bubble | 100% |
| 4 |  Uzbekistan | 0 | -9 | 2 | Needs results | 0% |
Team-by-team outlook
ColombiaColombia are currently ranked #1 in the group table with 100% model odds to reach the round of 32.
PortugalPortugal are currently ranked #2 in the group table with 100% model odds to reach the round of 32.
Congo DRCongo DR are currently ranked #3 in the group table with 100% model odds to reach the round of 32.
UzbekistanUzbekistan are currently ranked #4 in the group table with 0% model odds to reach the round of 32.
Remaining group fixtures
No remaining group fixtures are open.
FAQ
Who qualifies from Group K at the 2026 World Cup?
The top two teams in Group K qualify automatically. The third-place team can also qualify if its record is one of the eight best third-place records across all twelve groups.
Can three teams qualify from Group K?
Yes. Group K can send three teams to the round of 32 if the third-place finisher ranks inside the best-third-place pool.
How are Group K ties decided?
Teams level on points are separated by goal difference, goals scored, head-to-head criteria, disciplinary record, and later tie-breakers under the tournament rules.